MADRID — Spain’s government says that unauthorized immigration by sea has dropped in the last month, falling to 930 people arriving in February compared to over 4,000 in January. Opposition parties have criticized the Socialist-led government for being soft on illegal migration. After taking a more welcoming position on migrants compared to other European Union nations like Italy, Spain has recently tried to reduce arrivals. The issue is expected to be on the agenda in April’s general elections. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Source: Washington Post March 02, 2019 19:07 UTC