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Police break up mob attack on deputy’s car in Ceuta port turmoil
A crowd in Ceuta smashed a local deputy’s car, mistaking it for activists’ as tensions over migration and politics boil over. Police used smoke grenades and made arrests in a city on edge.
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.
Taxi pickups reveal sexual exploitation of migrant girls in Ceuta
Organized groups in Ceuta are using taxis to move migrant girls and women to clients across the city. The lack of protection and isolation of these minors has fueled a surge in sexual exploitation since the July border breach.
Sánchez rolls into Gavá with eleven-car convoy for PSOE rally
Pedro Sánchez showed up in Gavá for a PSOE event with an eleven-vehicle escort. While he focused on party politics, Ceuta was still in chaos, with thousands of migrants stuck in limbo.
Sánchez attacks PP and Vox over Ceuta crisis response
Pedro Sánchez has pledged fresh funding for Ceuta, including direct aid for small businesses and self-employed workers from October. He accused PP and Vox of seeking political images instead of helping solve the crisis.
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.
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.
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.
Security fears force Spain to pull Sub-20 match from Ceuta
Spain’s Sub-20 team won’t play Mexico in Ceuta as planned. The Interior Ministry stepped in, pointing to migration pressure and unrest. Organizers now have to find a new venue fast for the high-profile youth match.
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.
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.
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.
Ceuta moves migrants from beaches to port as legal and political pressures mount
Authorities in Ceuta are relocating migrants from makeshift beach camps to a port facility, aiming for safer and more organized conditions. The move comes amid legal rulings and European Parliament pressure on Spain and Morocco.
Defence Minister visits injured soldiers after Ceuta attacks
Two Spanish soldiers were hospitalised after violent attacks in Ceuta. Defence Minister Margarita Robles made an unplanned visit amid a media storm over alleged military aggression. Military associations demand stronger protection for troops.
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.
Spanish soldiers in Ceuta face surge in violent attacks
A wave of violent assaults has left Spanish soldiers in Ceuta injured and hospitalised. The Ministry of Defence confirms several cases, prompting a shift to individual armament for all patrols as security concerns mount.
Ceuta stalls as Madrid pushes for urgent transfer of migrant minors
Spain’s Youth and Children Minister is pressing Ceuta to authorize the immediate relocation of unaccompanied migrant minors to the mainland. Madrid says support is ready, but Ceuta has yet to respond.
Real Madrid players draw criticism over Ceuta solidarity shirts
A leaked tunnel video shows Vinicius Jr., Mbappé, and Konaté hesitating to wear Ceuta support shirts before the Real Madrid vs. Elche match, fueling debate over their actions and the politics behind the gesture.
Ceuta’s migrant children caught in political deadlock
About 3,000 unaccompanied minors are stranded in Ceuta, with shelters overwhelmed and officials refusing to take responsibility. As Madrid and the city’s leaders argue, the children remain in limbo.
Berlin election tightens as housing crisis and far right gains reshape city politics
Berlin heads into a tense regional election. The housing shortage could put La Izquierda in power for the first time, while AfD’s rapid rise adds new pressure to a divided city.
Ceuta port migrant camp halted amid security standoff
Spain’s Interior Ministry has raised the security level at Ceuta’s port after plans for a migrant camp moved forward without the required safety assessment. The government has not released the risk report, despite repeated requests from local authorities.
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.
PP blocks transfer of migrant minors from Ceuta to mainland Spain
The PP has firmly rejected moving unaccompanied minors from Ceuta to the mainland. This stance, now aligned with Vox, leaves the government with limited options to ease the crisis in the city.
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.
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.
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