Public Demonstration Planned in Morocco for Ceuta and Melilla's Liberation
In recent developments, a wave of public sentiment has emerged in Morocco, particularly in response to the provocative statements made by various Moroccan ministers questioning Spain's sovereignty over the cities of Ceuta and Melilla. This growing fervor has found expression on social media platforms, where calls for a protest demanding the "liberation of Ceuta, Melilla, and the islands occupied by Spain" have started to circulate. The demonstration is scheduled for **September 20**, just ahead of the upcoming elections in Morocco.
The message disseminated through social media by journalist Mustafa El Asri reads, "Call for a popular march to **demand the liberation** of Ceuta, Melilla, and the islands occupied by Spain: Sunday, September 20, before the elections… **Praise be to God**." Within less than 24 hours, this post has garnered thousands of likes and hundreds of comments, reflecting the significant interest and support for this cause.
This proposed march comes on the heels of recent demonstrations across various Spanish cities that expressed solidarity with Ceuta, following a massive influx of immigrants into the autonomous city over a month ago. In a show of strength, Moroccan citizens appear determined to communicate a clear message: they view both Ceuta and Melilla as "occupied" territories that must be freed from Spanish control.
Furthermore, the protestors have introduced a new facet to their demands by referencing "the islands occupied by Spain." This phrase likely pertains to the small islets located off the northern coast of Africa, where Spanish military personnel are permanently stationed. These include the rock of Vélez de la Gomera, the Alhucemas Islands, the Chafarinas Islands, and the rock of Perejil. Additionally, it may encompass the **Canary Islands**, which Morocco has also laid claim to for decades.
If realized, this demonstration would take place just three days prior to Morocco's **legislative elections**, thereby sending a potent message to Moroccan politicians that resonates with the sentiments expressed by their ministers, including Justice Minister [Abdellatif Ouahbi](https://www.elindependiente.com/internacional/2026/09/04/sanchez-presion-giro-marruecos-contundencia-indicios/ "Pedro Sánchez").
As reported by elindependiente.com.
