Morocco appears to have aimed to send a strong message to Spain regarding its actions in Ceuta, with the alleged backdrop of a retribution plan revolving around a whistleblower. This individual, who has recently surfaced in Spain, is believed to have exposed questionable activities within the Moroccan royal family, thereby sparking significant interest and concern. The dynamics surrounding Morocco's support for the surge towards Ceuta are not new, as global attention was drawn to videos showing border posts that were left open, facilitating the influx of migrants. However, the motivations behind Morocco's actions remain complex and not fully understood.
According to the Spanish media outlet "El Confidencial," which is part of an international investigative alliance, new findings have emerged that delve into the humanitarian crisis that led to numerous fatalities. At the center of this unfolding saga is a single individual known by the pseudonym "Safir." This whistleblower is reported to be a former employee of Morocco's domestic intelligence agency, the DGST, who has sought asylum in Spain. Historically, Morocco has been known for its harsh treatment of dissidents and whistleblowers, but "Safir" managed to gain access to international media outlets, revealing alarming secrets about Morocco's surveillance operations. The ex-agent brought forth internal documents and evidence showcasing the extensive use of the Israeli spyware Pegasus by the Moroccan government.
The implications of Pegasus are particularly insidious, as it has been utilized to systematically monitor critics, journalists, and even foreign political leaders, including Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. Experts assert that Pegasus is one of the most powerful surveillance tools available, capable of infiltrating mobile phones without the user's knowledge, operating on a zero-click principle. This means that the software can access a device without any action required from the target, effectively extracting encrypted content as soon as the device is compromised.
Just two weeks following these explosive revelations, a wave of thousands of migrants overwhelmed the North African enclave of Ceuta, a region typically known for its stringent controls preventing such mass entries. Factors like misinformation circulating online, misinterpreted court rulings, human smuggling networks, and even Russian fake accounts intensified the crisis. According to the report from "El Confidencial," Morocco's intelligence services intended for the retaliatory actions to be contained. However, the situation escalated quickly, prompting even King Mohammed VI to express his displeasure. In response, Morocco took swift measures to manage and resolve the burgeoning crisis.
Since then, Morocco has been keen to portray itself as a dependable partner to Spain, especially as the situation in Ceuta has taken on a life of its own. Social media platforms have been abuzz with calls for a new surge, with ominous dates like "15.08.2026" and slogans such as "Our Last Chance" circulating widely. These messages are crafted in both Arabic and French to reach a diverse audience, reigniting the belief that the route to Europe remains accessible through Ceuta. The Moroccan Ministry of the Interior has labeled these calls as dangerous, urging the public to refrain from following "suspicious and misleading appeals." This time, it is expected that any new surge will be met with significant force right from the outset, indicating a more aggressive stance from Moroccan authorities.
As reported by krone.at.
