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Spanish Prime Minister rejects suggestions that Morocco was behind Ceuta border crisis

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has rejected suggestions that Morocco helped orchestrate the deadly July border breach in Ceuta

The Independent UK · Sep 3

Watch: Over 50,000 protesters gather in Madrid over Spain's handling of Cueta migrant crisis

Spain witnessed a large-scale protest as thousands rallied against the recent surge of migrants flooding into Ceuta. Demonstrators demanded the resignation of the Prime Minister and a plan for either repatriation or redistribution of the newcomers. Over seventy thousand migrants breached the Spanish border within just two days in July.…

The Times of India · Sep 3

No 'solid proof' Morocco planned Ceuta migrant rush, says Spanish PM Sanchez

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Thursday there was no "solid proof" that Morocco orchestrated a migrant rush into Ceuta in July following the emergence of a police report highlighting multiple failings by Moroccan security forces.

France 24 · Sep 3

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Ceuta Erupts Over Migrants: Protesters Demand 'Expel the Invaders' as Others Say 'We Want To Build a Future'

Protests have erupted across Spain, criticising the government's handling of the Ceuta migrant crisis. Tensions rise as thousands remain in Ceuta, with accusations against Morocco for encouraging crossings.

International Business Times UK · Sep 3

Spain’s Sánchez defends Morocco over Ceuta crisis as opponents call for his removal – as it happened

PM says there is no evidence country had role in incident where 70,000 migrants crossed into the north African territory in a matter of hours

The Guardian - UK · Sep 3

Sanchez tells Spain's congress his government 'has nothing to hide' over Ceuta crisis response

Sánchez pledged to publish all documents on the Ceuta crisis, while defending the swift action of officers and pointing to a surge in social media messaging influencing the mass crossing.

Euronews · Sep 3

Spanish government in turmoil as Ceuta crisis deepens

Good morning, I’m Mared Gwyn. This morning, a warning from the Lithuanian Foreign Minister on the escalating threat from Moscow. But we start with the deepening crisis facing the Spanish government.

Euronews · Sep 3

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Europe Today: Europe enters new security era as Spain's government hits new crisis

EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen says it's a new era for European security, one of rising hybrid threats. Meanwhile, the Spanish government is in disarray after a leaked report has revealed Morocco's involvement in the Ceuta crisis, and EU affairs ministers discuss the EU budget in Dublin.

Euronews · Sep 3

Spanish report flags Moroccan police's 'total permissiveness' in Ceuta migrant rush

Moroccan security forces displayed "total permissiveness" during last month's massive wave of migrants who crossed into the Spanish North African territory of Ceuta, according to a Spanish police report seen by a French news agency on Wednesday.

France 24 · Sep 2

Spain government in disarray as conflicting reports swirl over Morocco’s role in Ceuta

The crisis deepened Wednesday after a leaked report alleging Moroccan forces helped push migrants across the border blindsided the government. Madrid denies having ignored warnings of an imminent breach.

Euronews · Sep 2

Conservative and far-right MEPs rally against Spain’s government over Ceuta crisis

Lawmakers from the European People’s Party and Patriots for Europe are accusing Pedro Sánchez of abandoning the Spanish exclave, as a press report suggests the mass entry incident was guided by Moroccan security forces.

Euronews · Sep 2

'Europe Help': Ceuta Firefighters Plead for Assistance Amid Surge in Sexual Assaults and Illegal Migration

Ceuta firefighters unfurled a 'Europe help' banner as prosecutors report 23 sexual assaults since July's migrant influx into the Spanish enclave.

International Business Times UK · Sep 2

Spanish police chief denies existence of report blaming Morocco for Ceuta migrant crossings

Madrid demanded an explanation from its own police after an explosive leaked police report suggested that Moroccan security forces were involved in transporting and pushing migrants towards the border.

Euronews · Sep 2

Spanish government approves €309 million aid package for Ceuta amid migrant crisis

Spain's Economy Minister said the aid package represents a 'shock response' designed to meet the demands of social organisations and the city government.

Euronews · Sep 1

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Euronews · Sep 1

Schengen strained, solidarity broken and return hubs disputed: EU struggles again with migration

After a troubling summer marked by Ceuta's crisis, EU countries are scrambling to find solutions for migration management. The reintroduction of border checks, deportation centres outside the bloc, and redistribution of migrants will feature in a heated debate this autumn.

The Guardian - UK · Aug 31

Morocco not to blame for Ceuta border breach, says Spanish PM

Pedro Sánchez says two countries cooperating and accuses Israel and Russia of spreading fake news about migration

Euronews · Aug 31

Italy keeps Schengen suspension with Spain in place for further 15 days over Ceuta tensions

The Interior Ministry has announced a further 15-day suspension of Schengen with Madrid, after Matteo Piantedosi said the situation in Ceuta remains tense and "far from improved".

Euronews · Aug 31

Spain's PM says Ceuta migrant surge inquiry ongoing, far-right behind 'fake' information

Last week, Spain asked the European Commission for the support from Frontex and Europol to assist with the screening of migrants who are staying irregularly in Ceuta, according to several Spanish media outlets.

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France 24 · Aug 31

Spanish PM Sanchez says Israel and Russia spread disinformation on Ceuta migrant crisis

Centre-left Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday alleged that social networks linked to Israel and Russia had spread disinformation about the July migrant crisis in the Spanish exclave of Ceuta. He said the alleged smear campaign, which he maintained had also been magnified by far-right networks, had been driven…

The Guardian - UK · Aug 31

‘We want to find a better future’: teenage girls on why they risked their lives to reach Spain

More than two dozen teenagers stuck in the Spanish territory of Ceuta shared their reasons for joining the treacherous mass crossing in July

The National (Scotland) · Aug 31

Inside Ceuta’s migrant crisis as thousands remain stranded at EU border

NEWS headlines around the world in late July and early August, were dominated by reports of tens of thousands of people crossing from Morocco into…

Euronews · Aug 30

Spain announces €165m emergency package for Ceuta as migrant returns continue

The Council of Ministers will on Tuesday approve an emergency package to revive the economy and strengthen public services in Ceuta, one month after the mass arrival of migrants.

Euronews · Aug 29

Solidarity Armada sails to Ceuta with 50 boats in support amid migration crisis

The initiative gathers around 120 people from Spanish ports to support the city after late-July migration pressures. After days of clashes, no further mobilisation is expected in the autonomous city this weekend.

Euronews · Aug 28

Ceuta warns it is 'on the brink of collapse' as Spain seeks Frontex and Europol help

Meanwhile, Spain's interior minister called for calm after Ceuta residents clashed with police during protests against migrants who have remained in the enclave following a mass influx.

France 24 · Aug 28

Spanish government urges calm after Ceuta anti-migrant protesters clash with police

Spain's left-wing government called for calm in the North African enclave of Ceuta on Friday after protests over security escalated into clashes between locals and police, a month after a mass influx of migrants from Morocco triggered a Europe-wide alert.

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