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Morocco votes under the shadow of the Ceuta border crisis
Morocco votes on 23 September as Spain keeps watch on the Ceuta and Melilla borders. Rabat is under pressure after the July crisis and new calls to cross have appeared on social media.
Ceuta crisis puts Robles and Marlaska under new pressure in Congress
The opposition will question four ministers over the Ceuta crisis. Margarita Robles and Fernando Grande-Marlaska face the toughest scrutiny after conflicting accounts of intelligence warnings and a recent parliamentary reprimand.
Sánchez holds Morocco responsible for Ceuta border failure
Pedro Sánchez has held Morocco responsible for the failure of border controls during the Ceuta migration crisis. He is demanding answers while stopping short of accusing Rabat of organising the mass entry.
Moroccan activist threatens bloodshed if Felipe VI visits Ceuta or Melilla
Yahya Yahya, head of the Committee for the Liberation of Ceuta and Melilla, has threatened violent resistance if King Felipe VI visits the Spanish-controlled cities. He calls them 'occupied presidios' and signals that protests could follow.
Morocco vows to stop another Ceuta crossing on 23 September
Spain is preparing for a possible new attempt to enter Ceuta on 23 September. Morocco says it will take steps to stop it, while damage to the maritime barrier leaves the sea route exposed.
Ceuta and Melilla brace for a sixth mass-entry alert
Spain and Morocco are reinforcing the borders of Ceuta and Melilla ahead of Wednesday. It is the sixth alert since July and has brought extra police units to both cities.
Morocco promises action as Ceuta prepares for a new irregular entry
Spain is pressing Morocco to stop another irregular crossing into Ceuta. José Manuel Albares will meet his Moroccan counterpart in New York as new calls circulate before Wednesday's election.
Albares and Bourita to Discuss Ceuta in New York
Spain and Morocco will discuss Ceuta in New York this week. The talks will cover migrant returns, people still in the city and online calls for another mass entry attempt before 23 September.
Marlaska tightens Ceuta and Melilla border ahead of Morocco vote
Spain is reinforcing its borders in Ceuta and Melilla ahead of Morocco's 23 September elections. Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska cited social media alerts and delays affecting thousands of migrants and minors.
Feijóo demands a permanent Frontex presence in Ceuta
Feijóo wants Europe to strengthen Ceuta's role at the border. He is calling for permanent Frontex support and faster returns after the July 30 to 31 crisis.
Morocco tightens Ceuta border ahead of September 23 election
Morocco has sent hundreds of officers and four water-cannon trucks to the Ceuta border. The move follows Spanish warnings about social-media calls for a collective crossing on election day.
Morocco tightens the Ceuta border before the legislative vote
Security forces have reinforced the area around Castillejos before Morocco's vote. Spain's embassy has rejected online claims about automatic entry rights, while Ceuta continues to process hundreds of migrant minors.
Protesters Block Ceuta's Tarajal Border Crossing
More than 1,000 people marched in Ceuta to defend Spanish sovereignty. More than 200 protesters then blocked the Tarajal crossing for an hour, stopping entry from Morocco.
Ceuta protesters march to Tarajal beach over migration crisis
More than 200 people marched toward El Tarajal in Ceuta. Residents called for stronger border protection and the resignation of the Government delegate.
Puigdemont calls Ceuta and Melilla colonies within Morocco
Carles Puigdemont has questioned Spain's position on Ceuta and Melilla. His remarks come as migration pressures drive a new political clash.
Guardia Civil reinforcements land in Melilla as Spain braces for border rush
Spain has rushed dozens of Guardia Civil officers to Melilla after intelligence flagged a spike in online calls for a mass border crossing. Officials warn the current force may not be enough if thousands try to storm the fence.
Feijoo puts Ceuta and Melilla at the heart of his 2027 plan
Alberto Núñez Feijoo has pledged an integrated strategy for Ceuta and Melilla, including weekly Cabinet attention for both cities. Support from Brussels gives the proposal a broader European framework.
Morocco wins renewed backing for Western Sahara from Washington and Israel
Morocco has secured renewed support from the United States and Israel for its autonomy plan in Western Sahara. The three countries will deepen cooperation on security, trade, technology and diplomatic ties.
Feijóo pledges a larger security presence in Ceuta and Melilla
More than 3,000 migrants were moved to a temporary port centre in Ceuta. Feijóo promised tighter border controls and additional security forces if elected.
Judge investigates organizers behind mass Ceuta border crossing
Spain’s Audiencia Nacional is investigating who coordinated the July mass entry into Ceuta. Judge María Tardón has ordered biometric and financial analysis to identify those responsible. Authorities are under pressure to clarify the scale and planning behind the event.
Spain to open permanent migrant processing centers in Ceuta and Melilla
Spain plans to open two permanent migrant identification centers in Ceuta and Melilla, each with 800 beds. The goal is to process arrivals more quickly and reduce overcrowding in public spaces.
PP demands EU action as Ceuta faces border crisis and government inaction
The Partido Popular calls for urgent EU intervention after thousands cross into Ceuta. The party blames the Sánchez government for negligence and claims Spain’s southern border is left exposed. Tensions with Morocco add to the crisis.
European Commission sides with Morocco as Ceuta border crisis deepens
The European Commission has publicly supported Morocco after thousands of migrants crossed into Ceuta. Brussels is now urging Spain to speed up returns and tighten border controls, exposing sharp divisions within the European Parliament.
Moroccan Pressure Fails to Sway European Parliament on Ceuta Crisis
The European Parliament faces direct lobbying from Morocco over the Ceuta border crisis. Spanish parties clash in Strasbourg as a key vote looms. The PSOE stands alone in defending Rabat’s role.
EU Parliament questions future of Morocco migration deal after Ceuta crisis
The European Parliament is reconsidering its migration pact with Morocco after a mass crossing into Ceuta. The incident has put Spanish sovereignty and EU border policy in the spotlight.
Ceuta leader blames Morocco for border crisis, criticizes Madrid's response
Ceuta’s president has called the recent border incident an invasion, accusing Morocco of using migrants as leverage and Spain’s government of failing to act. The fallout exposes deep rifts over border control and national security.
PP accuses government of enabling mass migrant entry in Ceuta
Ester Muñoz from the PP claims the government had advance warning of a mass migrant crossing in Ceuta but failed to act. She suggests officials may have even facilitated the event. The controversy intensifies calls for accountability.
Feijóo pushes for tougher Spain-Morocco policy as Ceuta border crisis deepens
The Partido Popular has unveiled a new stance on Morocco as the Ceuta occupation crisis drags on. Feijóo’s team rejects Madrid’s passive approach and calls for a reset in bilateral relations. The move signals a break with years of Spanish caution.
Spanish government silent as Morocco targets national institutions
Morocco has openly challenged Spain’s territorial integrity and judicial independence. While the government remains silent, the Partido Popular has stepped forward with a direct response. The diplomatic standoff leaves key questions unanswered.
Ceuta border crisis exposes rift between Spanish government and CNI
The Spanish government released confidential documents on the Ceuta border crisis. The move revealed deep divisions with the CNI over whether a warning about the mass entry was properly handled. The fallout has shaken top officials.
Ceuta border alert ignored as Spanish army withheld key warning
Spanish military intercepted Moroccan border agents discussing a mass entry into Ceuta days before the July 30 crisis. The government omitted this warning from its official report. The chain of command delayed action until it was too late.
Judicial chief urges action on Ceuta border as crisis escalates
Spain’s top judge calls for urgent steps to secure Ceuta’s borders and defends the independence of the judiciary. Isabel Perelló criticizes political pressure on the courts and warns of the risks to the rule of law.
Morocco installs new gate at Tarajal border under disputed control
A new gate at the Tarajal border has handed Morocco operational control over a critical crossing point. Spanish and Moroccan officials now dispute the exact location and authority over the installation, raising questions about the management of migrant returns from Ceuta.
Ceuta border crisis exposed by secret government files
Forty confidential reports now reveal how Spanish authorities tracked the July 2026 Ceuta migration crisis. Intelligence and police flagged risks but underestimated the scale. The documents show missed warnings and operational limits.
Police warn of Moroccan strategy using migration pressure at Ceuta border
Spanish police have identified a sharp rise in attempted swim crossings from Morocco to Ceuta. Reports suggest Moroccan border controls are relaxed during national holidays, raising concerns of political pressure on Spain and the EU.
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