Spain's Prime Minister Rejects Allegations of Moroccan Involvement
On September 3, during a parliamentary session, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez firmly stated that there is no substantial evidence to support allegations that Moroccan authorities orchestrated the massive border surge into Spain's Ceuta enclave in July. This response comes against the backdrop of a Spanish police report claiming that the influx of over 70,000 migrants was a calculated effort rather than a spontaneous movement. Sanchez underscored that no credible institution—be it the diplomatic service, the European Commission, or any international body—has provided the Spanish government with solid proof of Moroccan involvement in planning or executing this incident.
During the peak of migrant arrivals on July 30, Sanchez noted that while Moroccan police permitted crossings, it remains unclear whether this was due to a lack of action or an inability to manage the situation effectively. Throughout the crisis, Sanchez has consistently praised Morocco's cooperation in facilitating the return of a significant number of migrants following the surge. However, tensions escalated when Spain summoned Morocco's ambassador on August 21, citing
As reported by straitstimes.com.
