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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, people still in the city and online calls for another mass entry attempt before 23 September.
Marlaska tightens Ceuta and Melilla border ahead of Morocco vote
Spain is reinforcing 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.
PP hardens Ceuta standoff over migrant minors
Alberto Núñez Feijóo and Juan Jesús Vivas reject transfers 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Morocco wins renewed backing for Western Sahara from Washington and Israel
Morocco has secured renewed support from the United States and Israel for its autonomy plan in Western Sahara. The three countries will deepen cooperation on security, trade, technology and diplomatic ties.
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.
Feijoo turns Ceuta border crisis into a security offensive
Alberto Núñez Feijoo backs the European Parliament resolution on Ceuta, saying the border crisis exposed a failure of government. He has also announced a security plan for the autonomous cities.
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.
Morocco shifts focus to Israel and US as ties with Spain cool
Morocco, Israel, and the US have agreed to deepen diplomatic and security cooperation, moving forward with embassies and direct flights. The deal comes as Morocco's relationship with Spain grows more tense, with Western Sahara still at the center of regional politics.
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.
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.
Israel and Morocco move to reopen embassies after diplomatic breakthrough
Israel and Morocco have agreed to reopen embassies and boost economic cooperation. The deal revives diplomatic ties frozen since 2000. US support and recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara play a key role.
Morocco and Israel formalize alliance with US support
Morocco and Israel have agreed to exchange embassies, deepening ties with backing from the United States. The deal includes support for Morocco's claim over Western Sahara and comes as conflict continues in Gaza.
Abde answers critics with winning goal for Betis
Abde put Betis ahead against Getafe with his first goal of the season. The strike came after days of criticism in Morocco over his stance on Ceuta. The goal was reviewed for a possible handball but ultimately stood.
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.
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.
France braces for late September heatwave as temperatures surge far above normal
Between 21 and 27 September, France is set for a stretch of summer-like heat, with forecasts showing temperatures up to 10°C above the seasonal average. Meteorologists say this unusual warmth, driven by air masses from Morocco, could break late September records.
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.
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.
PP demands EU action as Ceuta faces border crisis and government inaction
The Partido Popular calls for urgent EU intervention after thousands cross into Ceuta. The party blames the Sánchez government for negligence and claims Spain’s southern border is left exposed. Tensions with Morocco add to the crisis.
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