The Spanish People's Party (PP), aiming to ascend to power in the upcoming 2027 legislative elections in Spain, has initiated concurrent media attacks on Morocco, capitalizing on the recent events in Ceuta. This strategy was notably exemplified by the simultaneous statements from Madrid's President Isabel Díaz Ayuso and Ceuta's President Juan Jesús Vivas. In an interview with the newspaper 'Ok Diario,' Ayuso declared that she would sever relations with Morocco if she were to become the Spanish Prime Minister. When questioned about the possibility of cutting ties with Rabat, she responded affirmatively, stating, 'Certainly, as long as the situation continues like this, yes.' She further emphasized, 'At the very least, I will put an end to this; we cannot do nothing.'
Ayuso referenced her party's narrative concerning the relationship between Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Morocco, questioning, 'Is there something we should all know while they know it about you, Mr. President? What is happening there?' In another segment of the interview, she described Sánchez as being 'held hostage by Morocco.' The right-wing politician characterized the events in Ceuta as a 'tragedy' and a precursor to much more serious issues, alleging that 'what Moroccan intelligence aimed to achieve through this orchestrated invasion is to expose this government and demonstrate that we have no allies and that we are alone.'
Furthermore, Ayuso criticized Sánchez for acting decisively against the United States and Israel, stating that he had not directed 'a single negative word' towards Morocco. She asserted that the recent events served as a 'test' to determine Morocco's capability to invade Spain, adding, 'They wanted to ensure that they could invade us, and once they proved that, they continued to offend and persist in revealing what they hide.'
Ayuso argued that there should have been a militarization of the region (Ceuta), a call for the European Union to intervene, and discussions with Morocco insisting that they must return all those migrants, as this poses a significant problem for Europe.
Simultaneously, Ceuta's President Juan Jesús Vivas echoed the narrative crafted by the People's Party, stating during a media meeting organized by the 'Nueva Economía Forum' in Madrid, which was introduced by the party leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo, that Morocco is behind the recent mass incursions. Vivas remarked, 'I will take a risk and express my position based on indicators and convictions; I am convinced that Morocco is behind this attack.'
According to Vivas, Morocco has resumed 'using border surveillance and migration pressure as tools to serve political objectives,' thereby putting the safety of Ceuta and the integrity of Spanish territory 'under threat.' He claimed that this situation is not merely a migration crisis but represents an 'existential crisis' and a 'state crisis,' affecting 'Spain's sovereignty and territorial integrity.'
Vivas deemed it essential for the borders of Ceuta to be monitored by Spain and Europe, advocating for a strengthened state presence in the city in areas such as defense, security, and health. He stated, 'Spain must tell Morocco that we want to have good relations with our neighboring country, but they must respect us,' asserting that such respect begins with 'acknowledging the integrity of Spanish territory and borders.'
Vivas called for the enhancement of Ceuta's security environment and increased involvement from Spain and the European Union, alongside granting the city a 'special status within the EU' and adapting the rules regarding migration to reflect its status as a European land border in Africa.
As reported by assahifa.com.
