Ester Muñoz of the PP says the government had advance warning of a mass migrant crossing in Ceuta but failed to act. She suggests officials may even have facilitated the entry, intensifying calls for accountability.
The Spanish government is under pressure after a surge of migrants in Ceuta. Tensions with the Supreme Court have deepened, alongside disputes involving the CNI and security forces. Ministers now openly question whether parts of the state are working against Sánchez.
Ceuta is experiencing a surge in violence and hostility after a wave of migrant arrivals. Fires and assaults have become routine, with clashes each night. Residents and migrants alike are caught in a cycle of fear and confrontation.
As thousands crossed into Ceuta during Morocco’s basic holiday, King Mohamed VI remained out of sight. His continued silence during social and migration crises is fueling new debate.
When a deadly earthquake struck Morocco, King Mohamed VI was in Paris. His luxury homes in France have become a focus of public debate over his leadership and ties to Europe.
The Partido Popular has unveiled a new stance on Morocco as the Ceuta border crisis deepens. Feijóo’s team rejects Madrid’s passive approach and calls for a reset in bilateral relations, signaling a break with years of Spanish caution.
Morocco has openly challenged Spain’s territorial integrity and judicial independence. While the government remains silent, the Partido Popular has stepped forward with a direct response. The diplomatic standoff leaves basic questions unanswered.
Ceuta’s government is in turmoil after the chief of staff resigned over a dispute about a CNI warning on a mass border crossing. Conflicting accounts and political pressure now threaten the PSOE’s standing in the city.
Ceuta's chief of staff has stepped down, accusing his superior of lying about CNI warnings ahead of the July migrant surge. The dispute has exposed serious divisions in the government's response, with basic documents still withheld.
Ceuta’s president points to a sharp rise in violent incidents and emergency calls. Official data shows a 600 percent increase in cases, while the government’s response faces criticism and political fallout spreads.
A NASA satellite captured a large Saharan dust cloud sweeping across Mali in early September 2026. The event came after the usual dust season had mostly ended, but conditions allowed the cloud to reach the Atlantic. Scientists are watching for possible changes linked to El Niño.
Ceuta’s government delegation faces turmoil as the chief of staff resigns. The move follows a public clash over whether a CNI warning about a mass entry was properly relayed. The crisis exposes deep fractures at the top.
The Spanish government released confidential documents on the Ceuta border crisis, revealing deep divisions with the CNI over whether a warning about the mass entry was properly handled. The fallout has shaken senior officials.
Spanish military intelligence intercepted Moroccan border agents discussing a mass entry into Ceuta days before the July 30 crisis. The government left the warning out of its official report, and delays in the chain of command meant action came too late.
Spain’s Congress has approved the first step toward granting citizenship to tens of thousands of Sahrawis born in the former Spanish colony. The move comes amid a crisis in Ceuta and sharp divisions among parties. The government’s allies call it historic.
After confidential Ceuta case documents were released, Alberto Núñez Feijóo told regional PP leaders to avoid public statements that stray from the party line. The move is aimed at containing dissent, especially from Madrid, as the party faces the possibility of further leaks.
Emiliano García-Page calls the Ceuta border crisis a major management failure and urges the central government to take responsibility. He warns that mishandling the situation could strengthen the far right as scrutiny of the government’s response grows.
A new gate at the Tarajal border has handed Morocco operational control over a critical crossing point. Spanish and Moroccan officials now dispute the exact location and authority over the installation, raising questions about the management of migrant returns from Ceuta.
Forty confidential reports reveal how Spanish authorities tracked the July 2026 Ceuta migration crisis. Intelligence and police flagged risks but underestimated the scale, while the documents show missed warnings and operational limits.
Two Moroccan girls are due to arrive in Navarra after weeks of political deadlock. The regional government is stepping in while hundreds of minors remain stranded, signaling a shift in Spain’s migration response.
Newly released reports reveal that the CNI warned of mass entries into Ceuta. The PSOE is questioning the government's official narrative and the handling of intelligence, while tensions between ministries have intensified.
Spanish police have identified a sharp rise in attempted swim crossings from Morocco to Ceuta. Reports suggest Moroccan border controls are relaxed during national holidays, raising concerns about political pressure on Spain and the EU.
Spanish officials expected a major Moroccan security presence at the Ceuta border, but thousands crossed while Moroccan forces did little to intervene. The incident exposed a serious breakdown in border cooperation and raised questions about Morocco's intentions.
A Moroccan intelligence envoy offered evidence on the Pegasus hack of Pedro Sánchez’s phone, but Spain’s top prosecutor dismissed the approach, citing diplomatic risk. The decision leaves basic questions about state security and political priorities unresolved.
The government faces criticism after the Supreme Court suspended voting rights for new citizens under the 'ley de nietos'. Sánchez accuses the right of undermining democracy and calls for a quick resolution.
Pedro Sánchez faced questions from Feijóo and Abascal over alleged Moroccan influence on Spanish policy. He denied foreign control and confirmed that elections will be held in 2027. The debate exposed sharp divisions over Ceuta and education, with national sovereignty also at stake.
Alberto Núñez Feijóo says he will use Article 8 of the Constitution to send in the military if Morocco threatens Ceuta. The PP leader calls for tougher border controls and intelligence reforms after the July migrant surge. Tensions with Rabat rise as Spain debates its response.
Spain’s government has declassified 40 previously confidential documents after the Ceuta border crisis. Officials aim to counter claims that authorities ignored warnings of a mass crossing. The move has exposed deep divisions within the cabinet and raised questions about intelligence failures.
Ceuta's migration emergency has forced EU leaders to confront urgent calls for action. Spanish and European officials are debating tougher border measures and a permanent EU presence in the city.
Spain is preparing to grant citizenship to up to 80,000 Sahrawis born under Spanish rule, amid strained relations with Morocco and shifting alliances in parliament. The law could resolve the status of thousands who have been in legal limbo for decades.
Archbishop Jesús Sanz of Oviedo has sharply criticized Spain’s handling of the Ceuta migration crisis, claiming the city is overwhelmed and Spanish sovereignty is at risk. Sanz has called for stricter integration policies and questioned the government’s leadership.
Top police officials rejected a report that would have absolved Morocco of involvement in the Ceuta border incident. The move highlights internal resistance to the official government narrative, as tensions remain high over responsibility for the mass entry.
Spanish police unions accuse Interior Ministry leaders of political interference. Senior officers allegedly resisted pressure to sign a report exonerating Morocco over the Ceuta border incident. Calls for resignations intensify as the controversy grows.
Spain’s Interior Minister denies Moroccan involvement in the Ceuta border crisis. Despite police reports implicating Moroccan gendarmes, Marlaska insists on strong cooperation. The government faces criticism over its handling of migrant returns.
Spain’s foreign minister is in Brussels to push for a lasting EU role for Ceuta and Melilla. The government wants the cities to have fixed seats in the Committee of the Regions and is exploring Customs Union entry. The outcome could change how the cities fit into Europe.
