At midnight on July 14, one of Europe’s most contentious border fences entered the history books — by ceasing to exist. The physical barrier between the southern tip of Spain and the British territory of Gibraltar has been dismantled, meaning the thousands of people who cross daily will no longer face a hard border. “We’ve dodged Brexit,” declared locals on both sides, as the agreement ushering in a new era for the territory took effect. The deal is being seen as a landmark compromise, resolving years of uncertainty over what Gibraltar’s relationship with the EU would look like after Britain’s departure from the bloc.
Gibraltar’s Border Fence Comes Down: “We’ve Dodged Brexit”
