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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.
Ceuta residents confront planned arrival of Negu Gorriak
Residents gathered at Ceuta's port before Negu Gorriak was due to arrive on 20 September 2026. The group said it would deliver aid to migrants and challenge migration controls. The confrontation later escalated into clashes.
Ceuta struggles to house thousands of migrants as street camps return
More than 4,000 migrants remain on Ceuta's streets. New shelter places are being prepared as residents protest and minors report alleged abuse in care centres.
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.
Ceuta prosecutors examine abuse claims at migrant child centres
Spanish prosecutors are examining complaints from migrant minors in Ceuta. Several girls report insults, threats of rape and degrading treatment, while some who fled the centres are still sleeping on the street.
Torró turns the Ceuta dispute into a new PP confrontation
Rebeca Torró attacked Alberto Núñez Feijóo at a PSOE conference in Alicante. She accused Juan Jesús Vivas of blocking the government’s response to the migration crisis in Ceuta.
PP renews Senate push over Ceuta migration crisis
The PP has again summoned Marlaska, Robles and Albares to the Senate. Their earlier absence led to court action and widened the dispute over the Government’s duty to answer to Parliament.
Ceuta’s Port Runs Out of Space for Migrants
Ceuta’s new port camp was built for 1,700 people, but more than 2,000 migrants were turned away and sent back to the beaches. The city is now asking the European Union for urgent support.
Ceuta port transfer sharpens PSOE and PP clash
Around 1,700 migrants spent their first night at Ceuta’s port after being moved from nearby beaches. The operation has triggered a legal challenge and renewed the political fight between the PSOE and PP.
Ceuta migrant relocation plan collapses as thousands overwhelm security forces
A government operation to relocate migrants from Ceuta’s beaches descended into chaos as more than 2,000 people emerged from hiding, revealing the true scale of the crisis and leaving authorities scrambling for solutions.
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.
PP and Vox-Run Regions Take In Minors Despite Their Refusal
Castilla y León, Aragón and Extremadura are receiving minors from Ceuta despite pledges by their PP and Vox governments to reject further arrivals. The transfers continue under Spain’s immigration law.
Ceuta faces unprecedented migrant influx with no end in sight
Ceuta has been thrown into turmoil after 70,000 Moroccan migrants entered the city in just two days. With daily life upended and authorities locked in conflict, Spain’s largest migration crisis remains unresolved after fifty days.
Spain urged to block journalist’s deportation to Nicaragua
Luis Manuel Chavarría is detained in Florida and could be deported to Nicaragua. Reporters Without Borders says Spain must act quickly to protect the journalist, who holds Spanish nationality.
Ceuta migrant camp reaches capacity after tense police operation
Spanish police moved hundreds of migrants into a temporary camp in Ceuta. The facility reached its 1,700-person capacity within hours as tensions emerged at the entrances.
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.
Ceuta's migrant figures range from 2,000 to 13,000
Official estimates for Ceuta continue to diverge sharply. The latest figures range from 2,000 to 13,000 people, with separate discrepancies over arrivals, returns and unaccompanied minors.
European Parliament singles out Sánchez over Ceuta border crisis
A European Parliament resolution directly criticizes Pedro Sánchez for Spain’s handling of the Ceuta migrant influx and raises the possibility of economic sanctions against Morocco. The move exposes sharp divisions in Brussels over migration policy and Spain’s border strategy.
Melilla Day ceremony erupts as minister faces boos and Feijóo wins applause
Tensions flared at Melilla’s official celebration as Minister Elma Saiz was loudly booed while PP leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo received applause. The city’s president accused Madrid of inaction and demanded the return of undocumented migrants.
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.
Feijóo Presses Sánchez on Ceuta Crisis and Morocco Silence
Spain’s Congress saw a heated exchange as Alberto Núñez Feijóo demanded answers from Pedro Sánchez about the Ceuta migrant crisis and Spain’s dealings with Morocco. The government’s evasive responses left the opposition calling for accountability.
Madrid sees record surge in overseas voter registrations
Madrid's overseas electoral census is expanding at twice the national rate, fueled by new Spanish citizens choosing the region under the Democratic Memory Law. This shift is reshaping the landscape of external voter participation and highlights Madrid's unique position in Spain's evolving migration dynamics.
Ceuta and Melilla sovereignty claims overshadow migrant crisis in Spain
Moroccan political parties revive sovereignty demands over Ceuta and Melilla. Migrants stranded in Ceuta face harsh conditions. Humanitarian concerns are sidelined as the election campaign intensifies.
Von der Leyen faces critical test as EU confronts new threats
Ursula von der Leyen prepares for a pivotal address as the EU faces hybrid attacks, migration tensions and shifting alliances. The presence of Canada’s prime minister signals a recalibration of global partnerships.
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.
Ceuta prepares to clear Trampolín camp, leaving thousands of migrants in limbo
Authorities in Ceuta are set to dismantle the Trampolín beach camp. With far too few beds at the new port shelter, most migrants face another night outside, caught between violence, uncertainty, and official silence.
Supreme Court Faces Pressure Over Voting Rights for Spanish Exiles
Justice Minister Félix Bolaños demands urgent action from the Supreme Court on the CERA suspension. The dispute could affect voting rights for 400000 Spaniards abroad. Political accusations intensify ahead of the 2027 elections.
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.
Ceuta migrant crisis sparks political battle over unaccompanied minors
A surge of over 70,000 migrants into Ceuta in July has set off a political storm in Spain. The king calls the situation extraordinarily complex, while parties clash over what to do with unaccompanied minors and Morocco's role in their return.
Más Madrid rejects claims of Moroccan blackmail in Pegasus affair
Más Madrid dismisses the idea that Morocco is blackmailing Pedro Sánchez with Pegasus data, arguing that migration control is the real source of pressure. The debate highlights Spain’s limited options with Rabat.
Sánchez Faces Backlash Over Ceuta Crisis and Stance on Morocco
Pedro Sánchez has defended his government's alignment with Morocco during the Ceuta migrant crisis, insisting most arrivals must be returned there. With mounting criticism from political rivals and coalition partners, Sánchez sets a year-end target for restoring order in the city.
El Hormiguero tops ratings as Ceuta crisis divides Spanish TV
Antena 3 pulled ahead in prime time as Ceuta’s president challenged Madrid’s handling of the border crisis. El Hormiguero nearly doubled its rival’s audience, while Pedro Sánchez’s defense on El Intermedio failed to close the gap.
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.
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