Insights from Recent Poll on Spain-Morocco Relations

On August 6, 2026, the Spanish newspaper La Razón published the results of a significant opinion poll conducted by NC Report, which explored Spanish public perceptions regarding Morocco and the recent Ceuta crisis. The findings reveal a considerable consensus among the Spanish populace, with a striking 69.3% believing that Morocco is exerting pressure or "blackmailing" Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez through immigration tactics. Furthermore, 70.8% of respondents view the events in Ceuta as an illegal mass entry of Moroccan migrants.

The survey indicates that 71.2% of Spaniards perceive the crisis as a well-organized action orchestrated by Morocco, rather than a spontaneous event. Alarmingly, 77.3% believe that Morocco is acting as a hostile state towards Spain, while 75.2% express concerns that Morocco may repeat such aggressive maneuvers in the future. Notably, voters from the Popular Party (PP) and Vox overwhelmingly support these viewpoints, with approval ratings exceeding 90% on most questions.

Interestingly, even among Socialist Party (PSOE) voters, a significant minority disagrees with the government’s stance. About 23.5% of PSOE supporters think Morocco is indeed blackmailing Sánchez, while 29.5% characterize the events in Ceuta as an invasion. Additionally, 28.5% believe that Morocco's actions were planned, and 32.5% feel that Morocco behaves like an adversarial state. Concerns about the potential for future crises are echoed by 29.5% of those surveyed.

Public Support for Stronger Measures Against Morocco

The poll also highlights the Spanish public's support for a firmer stance towards Morocco, with 67.9% advocating for strict monitoring or surveillance of Moroccan activities. Moreover, 65.6% endorse the idea of severing diplomatic relations with Rabat, alongside 62.5% backing an increase in military and police presence in Ceuta. Additionally, 59.8% of respondents are calling for the resignation of the Interior, Defense, and Foreign Ministers due to perceived mismanagement of the crisis.

Overall, 63.3% of participants believe that Sánchez’s government has been lenient towards Morocco while adopting a tough stance with European partners. These perspectives underscore the growing tension in the Spain-Morocco relationship, fueled by recent events and public sentiment.

As reported by goud.ma.