Pedro Sánchez’s handling of the Ceuta border surge faces new questions. Official statements clash with leaked intelligence and contradictions within the government, putting its account under pressure.
Morocco’s public works minister has reaffirmed the country’s claim to Ceuta amid diplomatic friction and recent border incidents, presenting Spain’s government with a direct challenge to its territorial stance.
Madrid authorities ordered Casa Árabe’s evacuation after years of documented structural risks. Internal records show the city ignored repeated repair requests. The dispute now threatens the building’s future and Spain’s diplomatic standing.
Spain has approved 21.5 million euros in direct subsidies for Ceuta and Melilla to cover the high cost of supplying water. Ceuta will receive an extra 2 million euros in response to a recent migration crisis, bringing total aid to 23.5 million euros for 2026.
A 45 million euro government initiative will create more than 1,500 affordable university residences across Spain. The plan sets maximum rents, including utilities and wifi, to ease the housing crisis for students and academic staff in basic cities.
Marga Prohens is urging Pedro Sánchez to explain why the Balearic government was not informed about a police report warning of a high risk of mass irregular migrant arrivals. The call follows the issue being raised in Congress, fueling questions about government transparency.
Spain’s National Court has publicly backed Judge María Tardón after Interior Minister Marlaska criticized her handling of the Ceuta border investigation. The judiciary says her actions were within her mandate and aimed at protecting national interests, as tensions between the government and the courts rise.
Miguel Tellado called Margarita Robles "cynical" after she declined to applaud Sánchez’s decision to release security reports on Ceuta. The PP is stepping up its criticism of the government’s handling of the crisis.
Antonio Balas has been promoted to colonel but will remain in the UCO and continue leading the high-profile Koldo corruption investigation. The Defence Ministry’s decision follows requests from both the Anticorruption Prosecutor and the National Court.
PP and Vox are escalating their campaign against Pedro Sánchez, demanding judicial accountability for the Ceuta migration crisis. Calls for prosecution and accusations of betrayal dominate Spain’s political stage, as the legal battle increasingly overshadows parliamentary debate.
More than 250 migrant women and children in Ceuta face hunger as local aid collapses. Volunteers say they will leave the camp if officials do not step in. The government has offered no solution.
Spain’s top judicial official rebuffed Interior Minister Marlaska after he protested a judge’s order barring police from briefing superiors on Ceuta’s border crisis. The dispute exposes deep institutional fault lines over control and transparency.
Fernando Grande-Marlaska has formally protested Judge María Tardón’s order barring police from updating their superiors on the Ceuta migration crisis, exposing an unusual clash between Spain’s Interior Ministry and the judiciary.
Madrid refuses to attend the Fiscal and Financial Policy Council and is urging other PP-led communities to boycott the meeting, putting approval of Spain's new regional funding model at risk. The government faces a major setback.
Spain’s government will publish a dossier of police and intelligence reports on the Ceuta border surge. The move follows internal clashes over whether authorities were warned in advance and is intended to clarify responsibility.
Spain formally protested to Morocco after two ministers called for the "liberation" of Ceuta and Melilla. The Moroccan ambassador was summoned but could not attend. Tensions over the enclaves have escalated, prompting urgent diplomatic action.
Defence Minister Margarita Robles refused to applaud Pedro Sánchez’s pledge to publish reports on the Ceuta crisis. Her gesture exposed divisions within the government as scrutiny of its handling of the situation intensifies.
Spain’s government reports a drop in irregular migration but leaves out the unprecedented arrival of over 70,000 migrants in Ceuta at the end of July. Official figures remain incomplete as authorities work to process the surge.
Pedro Sánchez’s appearance in Congress to address Ceuta led to sharp exchanges and personal attacks. The debate exposed deep divisions and little movement among lawmakers.
Spain’s government is pushing a landmark health reform to limit hospital shifts to 17 hours and curb chronic overwork. The draft law, now before parliament, could reshape working life for thousands of public health professionals if approved.
Pedro Sánchez signals a shift in Madrid’s stance on the Ceuta border crisis. The government now says Moroccan involvement is possible as new intelligence and official reports emerge, putting Spain’s border policy under fresh pressure.
Toxic contamination in the As Conchas reservoir has now reached Portugal. Despite a landmark court ruling, authorities have failed to act. Residents are demanding urgent enforcement as health and water rights remain at risk.
Pedro Sánchez’s recent interview has drawn criticism over his apparent lack of empathy during Ceuta’s territorial crisis. His comments and demeanor have prompted criticism from political allies and residents, bringing the government’s response under intense scrutiny.
Pedro Sánchez faces sharp criticism in Congress after a confidential police report links Morocco to the influx of migrants into Ceuta. Coalition partners and opposition parties are demanding explanations, putting the government’s account under pressure.
From October 1, 2026, Spain will enforce sweeping traffic reforms. Motorcyclists and other vulnerable road users will gain new protections, while drivers face stricter rules at crossings and in congested traffic. Here’s what changes, and why it matters.
A confidential police report directly implicates Morocco in the El Tarajal border incident. Judge María Tardón took exceptional steps to prevent political interference. The Interior Ministry was left out of the loop and had to react.
Pedro Sánchez addresses Congress after more than 80,000 migrants entered Ceuta. A police report points to the involvement of Moroccan agents, while protests and calls for resignations intensify the political crisis.
Ceuta saw its largest protest in years, with thousands calling for government intervention. The city faces mounting pressure after more than 70,000 migrants arrived in just two days, while local leaders warn of institutional neglect.
Young residents of Castilla y León could receive up to €900 to help pay for their driving licence. The scheme, expected to open in September, has income-based tiers and a three-year residency requirement. Payments are not expected until 2027.
A new underground wastewater plant will be built in Matalascañas, set back from the vulnerable coastline. The project aims to address long-standing environmental and infrastructure issues, while residents continue to demand a binding timeline and greater transparency.
A confidential police report says Moroccan agents actively guided migrants into Ceuta. The document challenges official accounts and describes a coordinated operation, renewing scrutiny of Spain’s Interior Ministry and border control.
The fallout from the Ceuta migration crisis has sharpened tensions between Moncloa and Zarzuela. Disputes over royal visits and public messaging have exposed a fragile alliance at the top of Spain’s power structure.
Rallies for Ceuta took place in hundreds of Spanish cities after more than 70,000 migrants crossed the border. The demonstrations also targeted the government, accused of abandoning the city, as local leaders joined protests that reflect widening political divisions.
Left-wing parties in Andalusia are demanding that the regional government accept unaccompanied migrant minors from Ceuta. They warn of court action if the agreements are ignored, amid deep divisions over migration policy.
A leaked police report points to Morocco's involvement in the Ceuta border breach. Feijóo accuses the government of hiding warnings and calls for a tougher stance. The crisis exposes deep rifts over Spain's border security and foreign policy.
