Spain has carried out checks on nearly 200 passengers arriving from Italy, marking the first implementation of newly reinstated border controls between the two European Union members amid a growing dispute over irregular migration. The Spanish Interior Ministry said 199 travellers on 12 flights from Italy were checked on Saturday at the country’s......
A wildfire in southwestern Spain has affected more than 4,000 hectares in the province of Huelva, with shifting winds making efforts to contain the flames increasingly difficult, local authorities said Saturday. The blaze broke out near the town of Niebla, in the Andalusian province of Huelva, around 70 kilometres from Spain's southern......
A young sub-Saharan migrant died after falling into the sea while attempting to reach Ceuta from Morocco using a paraglider, according to Spain's Civil Guard. The incident occurred on Friday morning near the Benzú breakwater, where Spanish surveillance systems detected an apparent attempt to cross into the Spanish enclave. Rescue......
A political organization from Spain's Balearic Islands has called for the Spanish-administered cities of Ceuta and Melilla to be transferred to Morocco, reigniting a sensitive debate over the status of the two North African territories. The position was highlighted by Spanish newspaper ABC in a report published on August 6, 2026, which......
Moroccan judicial authorities have referred nearly 80 individuals, including several minors, to the public prosecutor following violent incidents connected to attempted irregular crossings into the Spanish enclave of Melilla, marking the latest legal response to unrest along the country's northern border. The suspects were arrested following......
Humanitarian organizations have raised alarm over the growing vulnerability of hundreds of unaccompanied migrant children stranded in Ceuta, warning that the lack of adequate shelter and protection is exposing them to abuse, exploitation and trafficking. The warnings come after a large-scale influx of migrants into the Spanish enclave in......
A diplomatic dispute has emerged between Spain and Italy after Madrid warned it could introduce retaliatory measures if Rome maintains temporary border controls affecting Spanish citizens under the Schengen free movement framework. The warning follows Italy's decision to suspend aspects of the Schengen agreement in response to the recent......
Real Madrid have officially secured the long-term future of Brazilian star Vinícius Júnior after announcing that the forward has signed a new contract keeping him at the club until June 2032. The agreement ends months of speculation surrounding the player's future, with several reports linking him to interest from major......
A recent public opinion survey suggests that the migration crisis in Ceuta has significantly influenced Spanish perceptions of Morocco, highlighting the political and diplomatic impact of one of the most challenging border situations experienced by Spain in recent years. According to the poll, a large majority of respondents now view Morocco......
A recent surge in irregular migration toward the Spanish enclave of Ceuta has renewed attention on Morocco's strategic role in managing migration flows along the European Union's southern border. The situation has prompted European officials to emphasize the importance of close cooperation with neighboring countries in addressing one......
Morocco has reinforced its role as one of Spain’s most important economic partners, with bilateral trade exceeding €10 billion during the first five months of 2026. The latest figures highlight the growing integration of the two neighboring economies and the continued expansion of commercial ties across multiple sectors. Official......
Moroccan authorities have arrested two individuals suspected of operating a WhatsApp group allegedly used to encourage collective attempts to enter the Spanish enclave of Ceuta through irregular migration routes, as security forces intensify efforts to curb online networks linked to unauthorized border crossings. According to the investigation,......
Real Madrid midfielder Brahim Díaz has expressed confidence ahead of the new football season, saying the squad is fully committed to competing for major trophies under the leadership of head coach José Mourinho. Speaking during the club's preseason preparations, the Moroccan international said he was delighted to reunite......
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