Ceuta's President Juan Vivas Raises Concerns Over Migration Crisis
In a recent interview, Juan Vivas, the President of Ceuta, expressed his deep dissatisfaction with the Spanish government's response to the ongoing migration crisis affecting the autonomous city since late July. Vivas characterized the government's actions as marked by "indolence, irresponsibility, and extraordinary submission to Morocco." This critical statement was made during his appearance on the popular television program El Hormiguero, where he highlighted the pressing issues faced by Ceuta and Melilla, regions that he claims are being deliberately suffocated by Moroccan policies.
Vivas emphasized the incompatibility of maintaining a cooperative relationship with Morocco, especially in light of the recent influx of over 80,000 irregular migrants. He argued, "It is impossible for Morocco to treat us as they have and for us to organize a World Cup with them," showcasing his frustration with the current diplomatic situation. He believes that the Spanish government has failed to meet its constitutional obligations, ignoring multiple warnings and alarms regarding the immigration crisis. Vivas pointed out that despite previous incidents, particularly the notable one in May 2021, there was no effective plan in place to prevent a repeat scenario.
He further questioned the government’s assurances that the situation was under control, recalling that he was told to remain calm as this was typical for summer months. Vivas asserted that if the state's resources had been adequately utilized, the crisis could have been averted. He expressed particular concern regarding border control, insisting that it should be managed by Spain and Europe rather than Morocco. "Ceuta is a pressure cooker ready to explode," he warned, underlining that the priority should not only be addressing humanitarian needs but also restoring normalcy to the city. Vivas firmly stated that what is occurring is not merely a migration crisis but an "invasion," indicating the gravity of the situation faced by Ceuta.
As reported by 20minutos.es.
