Automatic Biometric Registration for Foreign Travelers Launches in Spain. Madrid’s largest airport is introducing an automated control system for foreigners. The initiative is linked to European security requirements. In the coming months, the system will be rolled out nationwide.
Spain to Get Full Access to Data on British Base in Gibraltar for the First Time. Spain has secured the right to receive full information about people and goods crossing the British military base in Gibraltar. The new agreement changes the rules of cooperation and introduces tax innovations. Authorities promise increased oversight and transparency.
For the First Time, a NATO Delegation Will Visit Melilla Despite Concerns from Madrid and Rabat. At the end of September, Melilla will host a delegation from the NATO Parliamentary Assembly. This event is heightening tensions between Spain and Morocco. Authorities in both countries are closely monitoring the situation.
Spain’s Remarkable Borders: From Europe’s Oldest to the Citizenship-Changing Island. Spain is full of geographic surprises. Its borders hold centuries-old secrets, with some sections truly defying imagination. Discover the country’s most unusual frontier spots.
Galicia Receives 38,500 km² of Continental Shelf by UN Decision. The UN has approved the expansion of Spain's maritime territory off the coast of Galicia. The decision raises issues of ecology and resource management. Authorities are preparing for new responsibilities, with special attention to underwater areas.
Spain and the UK Prepare to Remove Border Between La Línea and Gibraltar in January. The governments of Spain and the United Kingdom plan to remove the physical border between La Línea de la Concepción and Gibraltar in January 2026. This move will simplify movement for thousands of local residents and open up new opportunities for the development of border areas.
Moroccan Blogger Freely Enters Chafarinas Islands, Raising Security Concerns. Spain is discussing an incident involving a Moroccan blogger who crossed the border without obstacles and recorded a video on the Chafarinas archipelago—a strategic territory under the control of Spanish military forces. The incident has raised questions about the security system and prompted a response from the Ministry of Defense.
Spanish Border Guards in Ceuta Face Influx of Migrants and Resource Shortages. Recent weeks have seen a sharp increase in attempts to illegally cross the border in Ceuta by young migrants from Morocco. Spanish border guards are under considerable strain due to a lack of personnel and specialized equipment, while authorities have not yet announced significant reinforcements.
21 Migrant Deaths Recorded on Ceuta Sea Route Since the Beginning of the Year. The body of another young man was found in Ceuta, who died attempting to cross the sea from Morocco. Since the beginning of the year, the number of migrant deaths on this route has reached 21. Authorities note increasing pressure on the city and overcrowding in local reception centers.
