[EU approves over 100 million euros in aid to strengthen border control in Ceuta, Spain] On September 9, the European Commission approved providing 114.7 million euros in emergency aid to Spain to strengthen border control in the North African enclave of Ceuta and speed up the repatriation process of relevant personnel. The funds will be used to strengthen border security facilities and the reception, screening and repatriation of relevant personnel. The European Commission stated that the emergency aid decision was made after Spain made a relevant request on August 24. Funds will be used to strengthen border surveillance and protection, improve security infrastructure, including thermal imaging cameras, observation technology, buoy systems and underwater drones, as well as invest in additional personnel and equipment. In addition, funds will be used to establish immigration screening facilities, support the repatriation of people illegally staying in Ceuta, and increase local reception capacity, including the reception of unaccompanied minors. (CCTV News)