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POLITICSSep 21'Most' of Ceuta's 2,000 unaccompanied minors will not return to Morocco, Spain saysMinister says minors who arrived in Ceuta during July's mass border breach will most likely stay in Spain. Madrid is facing serious operational difficulties in completing returns, while tensions with local residents are growing.EuroNews [en]
WORLDSep 19Spain's police launch operation to clear migrants off Ceuta beachPolice on Friday moved hundreds of migrants from the beaches of Ceuta to a temporary camp in the Spanish enclave's port area. The police operation takes place weeks after a record influx of people into Spain's North African tiny territory. During the transfer, the police struggled to contain crowds jostling to get a place at the new tented site. The policing takes place with the issue of migration centre stage in Spain's political debate. Details by Nicholas Rushworth.France 24 [en]
POLITICSSep 182030 World Cup Final: Facing Morocco's ambitions, Spain threatensDepuis l’attribution du tournoi 2030 au trio Maroc-Portugal-Espagne, la question de savoir quel pays accueillera la finale oppose Madrid et Rabat. Une rivalité envenimée par la crise de Ceuta et la dégradation de leurs relations diplomatiques.Jeune Afrique
POLITICSSep 17European right-wing parties criticize Spain over the Ceuta crisis and issue a warning to MoroccoLas derechas europeas cargan contra España por la crisis de Ceuta y lanzan una advertencia a MarruecosEl País
POLITICSSep 15What interest would Morocco have in provoking a serious crisis with Spain?: European socialists threaten to block resolution of support for CeutaIratxe García llegó a apuntar ayer que el acuerdo ya no es posible aunque las negociaciones continuarán hasta la votación de mañana. El S&D mantiene el mismo argumentario que el Gobierno de Sánchez, que es el mismo que también copia Rabat LeerEl Mundo
POLITICSSep 14Spain says more than 5,300 migrants have left Ceuta for MoroccoMore than 70,000 people crossed into Ceuta on July 30 and 31 in an unprecedented and deadly rush, although most returned to Morocco within hours.Africanews [en]
POLITICSSep 13Why Spain’s new Sahrawi citizenship law matters to MoroccoThe new citizenship bill for Sahrawis touches a sensitive fault line in Madrid’s ties with Rabat.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 12Spain Fails to Secure EU Sanctions Against Morocco Over Ceuta Border EntrySpain was unsuccessful in its attempt to convince the EU to impose sanctions on Morocco concerning border entries at Ceuta. This highlights ongoing diplomatic tensions and disagreements within the EU regarding border management and relations with neighboring countries.moroccoworldnews.com · Morocco
WORLDSep 11FIFA punts final call on Morocco and Spain and the World Cup 2026 debate is already looking messyFIFA has postponed its final decision regarding Morocco and Spain for the World Cup 2026, leading to a complicated debate. This indicates unresolved issues in the selection process for the major international sports event.el-balad.com · Egypt
POLITICSSep 11Morocco hits back at Spain over Ceuta migrant accusationsMorocco has responded to accusations from Spain concerning migrants in Ceuta.nigeriasun.com · Nigeria
POLITICSSep 10Spain’s Parliament backs citizenship for Western Saharans born before 1977After lower house approval, the bill to grant tens of thousands of Sahrawis citizenship now goes to the Spanish Senate.Al Jazeera [en]
WORLDSep 10Morocco denies involvement in migrant surge into Spain’s CeutaOver 70,000 migrants entered Ceuta, sparking a humanitarian crisis and political tensions between Spain and Morocco.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 10Morocco and Spain joust over which will host 2030 World Cup final amid border crisisMorocco and Spain are engaged in a dispute over which country will host the 2030 World Cup final, set against the backdrop of an ongoing border crisis. This indicates diplomatic tension between the two nations.cecildaily.com · United States
POLITICSSep 10Morocco-Spain: the unsaid in the interminable Ceuta crisisPlus d’un mois après l’entrée massive de dizaines de milliers de personnes à Ceuta, l’enquête espagnole n’a toujours pas fait la lumière sur les évènements. Des deux côtés du détroit, personne ou presque ne dit ce qu’il pense de cette frontière. Décryptage.Jeune Afrique
WORLDSep 7FIFA U-20 Women World Cup: Nigeria vs Spain – time and where to watchNigeria’s Falconets begin their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup campaign on Monday when they take on Spain in a highly anticipated Group F opener at the Arena Sosnowiec in Poland. The post FIFA U-20 Women World Cup: Nigeria vs Spain – time and where to watch appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICSSep 5Feijóo states that the Government is "monarchical, but in the wrong country": "They are distant with the King of Spain and reverential with the King of Morocco"Ayuso reclama responsabilidades políticas ante lo que considera una "acción perfectamente coordinada por los servicios secretos marroquíes" LeerEl Mundo
POLITICSSep 3Why Spain Owes Morocco an Apology ? The article discusses reasons why Spain might owe Morocco an apology. This suggests a focus on past or current diplomatic issues and historical grievances between the two nations.moroccoworldnews.com · Morocco
POLITICSSep 3Spain’s PM says no evidence Morocco planned Ceuta border rushPM Pedro Sanchez addresses police report suggesting July border surge was planned to overwhelm border controls.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 3The crisis in Ceuta exposes an uncomfortable link between Spain and Morocco and adds pressure to Pedro SánchezRabat is under scrutiny for its alleged responsibility in the massive and deadly migrant crossing on July 30. The Spanish government president seeks to balance an unstable and delicate relationship with the African country.Clarín
POLITICSSep 3Spain's Sanchez says no 'solid proof' that Morocco planned Ceuta crisisSpanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has told lawmakers that there is no evidence the Ceuta migrant crisis was orchestrated by Morocco's government. His remarks come a day after tens of thousands of people took part in protests across the country to criticize his handling of the migrant influx. He acknowledged that Ceuta was both a humanitarian crisis and an administrative challenge. But he rejected the findings of a police report that seemed to lay blame on Morocco. FRANCE 24's Sarah Morris reports from Madrid, Spain.France 24 [en]
POLITICSSep 2Spain government in disarray as conflicting reports swirl over Morocco’s role in CeutaThe 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 [en]
POLITICSSep 2Spain calls for probe into reports government agency blamed Morocco for Ceuta migrant influxAlthough the vast majority of the around 70,000 migrants returned to Morocco within hours, thousands remain in Ceuta with many living rough on the streets.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSAug 30Ayoub Aissiou, the opponent whom Algeria and Spain imprisoned just six days after Sánchez's visit to AlgiersFue arrestado tras aterrizar en el aeropuerto de El Prat, en Barcelona, al bajarse de un vuelo procedente de Casablanca. La ayuda de España se precipitó justo después del último viaje del presidente del Gobierno al país norteafricano, donde acordó incrementar el envío de gas a la península. La prensa oficialista argelina lo vincula con el sionismo y con Marruecos LeerEl Mundo
POLITICSAug 28Spain: Clashes erupt in Ceuta as anti-migrant protesters confront policeClashes broke out between police and protesters in Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta on 27 August, amid growing tensions over the presence of thousands of migrants.Africanews [en]