Morocco votes under the shadow of the Ceuta border crisis
Morocco votes on 23 September as Spain watches the Ceuta and Melilla borders. Rabat faces pressure after the July crisis, while new calls to cross have appeared on social media.
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Pepper spray chaos erupts in Spanish Congress
A deputy pulled out pepper spray in Spain's Congress, setting off evacuations and sending staff for medical help. The incident laid bare the sharp divides and showmanship now running through Spanish politics.
Ana Vázquez expelled from Congress after showing pepper spray
Ana Vázquez was removed from Spain's Congress after showing a canister of pepper spray. The chamber treated it as a weapon and ordered her to hand it over to the authorities.
Pepper spray closes part of Spain's Congress
Police reportedly sealed several areas of Spain's Congress after pepper spray was detected in a bathroom. The incident followed a parliamentary dispute over Ana Vázquez's display of a pepper spray canister.
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 says protests could follow.
Sánchez skips Trump reception as Delcy Rodríguez approaches him at UN
Pedro Sánchez will miss Donald Trump's reception for international leaders in New York, citing scheduling reasons, information from Moncloa. During the UN session, Delcy Rodríguez approached the Spanish prime minister and asked to continue discussing Venezuela.
Military groups demand oversight of Ceuta deployment
Three military associations have complained to Spain's ombudsman about the treatment of troops serving in Ceuta. They are seeking clearer operational information, protection for personal data and safeguards against physical and health risks.
Ceuta crisis deepens as government blames PP for stranded minors
Ceuta has spent eight weeks under migration pressure. The government says the PP is blocking the transfer of nearly 3,000 minors, while new shelters and €88 million have failed to break the deadlock.
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, prompting both cities to deploy extra police units.
Juan del Val acusa a Sánchez de no soportar los aplausos a Vivas
Juan del Val questions Pedro Sánchez’s response to the Ceuta crisis. A botched transfer to the port left thousands outside the camp and sent many back to the beaches.
Ceuta's migrant children trapped between protection and political deadlock
Hundreds of unaccompanied minors remain on Ceuta's streets. Delays in identifying them are blocking access to protection and driving a dispute over transfers to mainland Spain.
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 ahead of 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 and the people still in the city, as well as online calls for another mass entry attempt before 23 September.
Marlaska tightens Ceuta and Melilla border ahead of Morocco vote
Spain is reinforcing security at 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 condemns attack on Ceuta deputy
Alberto Núñez Feijóo has condemned the attack on a Ceuta deputy. Police detained at least one young Ceuta resident after the incident, while the investigation continues amid a wider migration and security crisis.
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.
PP hardens Ceuta standoff over migrant minors
Alberto Núñez Feijóo and Juan Jesús Vivas oppose transferring migrant minors from Ceuta. They want returns to Morocco and accuse Sánchez of letting the crisis drag on.
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.
Marlaska Heads to Ceuta Amid New Mass Entry Threat
Ceuta is preparing for a possible mass arrival of migrants on 23 September. Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska is travelling to the city to supervise triage as pressure grows.
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.
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.
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.
Sánchez turns the Ceuta crisis into a direct fight with PP and Vox
Pedro Sánchez has promised every necessary resource for Ceuta while accusing PP and Vox of using the crisis for political gain. The dispute now spans border policy, including citizenship and voting rights.
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 lead 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 and degrading treatment, including threats of rape, while some who fled the centres are still sleeping on the street.
Ceuta residents rebuild beach camp outside Government headquarters
Residents have brought a replica of Ceuta's beach settlements to the Delegation of the Government. They want protection for children and an end to weeks of uncertainty.
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.