Photographic Evidence of Moroccan Collaboration During Mass Crossings
On September 3, 2026, significant photographic evidence was submitted to the National Court, revealing the coordination of Moroccan forces during a series of mass crossings at the border. The images depict a staged swim crossing primarily executed by young men aged between 15 and 25, who are of Moroccan nationality. This tactic was designed to gradually overwhelm the National Police's perimeter control, showcasing a group predominantly composed of young men possessing advanced swimming gear and skills, coming from Morocco.
Analysis of Migration Patterns and Responses
The report highlights a drastic increase in the number of individuals approaching the Tarajal border crossing from the morning hours. Initially, the infiltrations occurred sporadically via sea, but soon transitioned to a massive influx of individuals on foot. The groups, often chanting “Viva España, gracias Pedro Sánchez,” created what analysts termed a ‘call effect’, attracting more people to join in the crossing efforts. By mid-afternoon, the situation escalated further with the formation of a human column approximately five kilometers long on the Moroccan side, including families with minors, women in veils, and couples, indicating a significant demographic shift in the migrant profile.
As the day progressed past 5 PM, the composition of the migrants shifted back to predominantly young Moroccan males equipped with wetsuits, fins, and flotation devices, actively swimming and navigating around barriers. At this juncture, Spanish military forces were deployed to control the influx of migrants, indicating a heightened state of alert and necessary intervention to manage the situation effectively.
Furthermore, the report documented a stark contrast in the profiles of migrants from previous events, with many now being sub-Saharan males, aged up to approximately 35, lacking swimming equipment. Notably, Moroccan police set up barriers to prevent further crossings, reflecting a more organized response to the ongoing situation. The National Police's experts compiled a series of images, capturing Moroccan uniformed agents positioned amidst the crowded scene, which strongly suggests that the events were not merely due to a lack of oversight or resources, but rather a deliberate physical engagement by uniformed agents to guide individuals toward the Spanish border.
In conclusion, this crisis, which unfolded on July 30 and 31, 2026, was not an isolated incident but rather a calculated repetition of the migration pressure model first employed in May 2021. This strategy appears to be an instrument of diplomatic leverage, characterized by the withdrawal of surveillance and permissiveness of security forces on the Moroccan side.
As reported by eldebate.com.
