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Spanish migration policies face scrutiny after surge in crossings to Ceuta

Spain's migration policies have come under renewed scrutiny following a recent increase in irregular crossings into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, prompting debate over how domestic policy decisions can influence migration flows and cross-border cooperation with Morocco. The latest surge has highlighted......

Spanish foreign minister praises Morocco’s cooperation during Ceuta migration crisis

Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares has praised Morocco's cooperation in managing the recent migration surge in Ceuta, describing the Kingdom as a reliable partner whose coordination with Spain played a decisive role in restoring stability at the border. Speaking in a televised interview,......

Operation Marhaba 2026 reaches record passenger and vehicle crossings

Operation Marhaba 2026 has reached a new milestone as thousands of Moroccans living abroad continue returning home for the summer holiday season. Authorities reported record levels of passenger and vehicle traffic across the Strait of Gibraltar, making this one of the busiest periods since the annual......

Morocco leads Arab coal consumption in 2025 amid energy transition challenges

Morocco remained the largest coal consumer in the Arab world in 2025, highlighting the country’s continued reliance on fossil fuels despite its ambitious plans to expand renewable energy sources and accelerate its energy transition. According to recent energy data, Morocco’s coal consumption......

Morocco develops an energy system to reduce reliance on Spanish infrastructure

Morocco is accelerating efforts to strengthen its energy independence by developing a national infrastructure system for natural gas and expanding partnerships with international suppliers. The strategy aims to diversify energy sources, reduce dependence on foreign facilities, and position the country......

Ceuta installs 500-meter sea barrier amid migration pressure

Spanish authorities have begun installing a new maritime security system in Ceuta aimed at strengthening border control following a major migration crisis that recently affected the enclave. The Spanish government announced that work started early Saturday at the Tarajal breakwater, where a 500-meter-long......

Morocco and Taiwan suspend visa processing under reciprocal measures

Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the suspension of visa application processing for Moroccan citizens, citing the principle of reciprocity in bilateral travel arrangements. The measure follows Morocco's decision to temporarily halt the issuance of visa confirmation documents......

Migration Crisis in Ceuta: Pedro Sánchez Calls for Greater Solidarity from the European Union

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has urged the European Union to strengthen its coordination in response to the migration crisis affecting the enclave of Ceuta. In a letter addressed to the leaders of the main European institutions, he strongly criticized the attitude of certain member states, which......

Italy-Spain: Rome Temporarily Suspends Schengen Rules Amid Migrant Pressure

Italy has announced the temporary suspension of the application of Schengen rules with Spain, citing an exceptional migration situation linked to the massive influx of migrants to the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. The decision, made public by Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, comes as arrivals continue......

Von der Leyen calls for faster migrant returns after Ceuta border crisis

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for the swift implementation of migrant return procedures in accordance with European Union law following the recent surge in irregular arrivals to the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Her remarks come as European authorities continue to respond......

Morocco ranks second worldwide in French visas issued in 2025

Morocco ranked second worldwide in the number of French visas issued during 2025, according to the latest official figures released by the French authorities. The ranking highlights the strong travel ties between the two countries and reflects continued demand from Moroccan citizens for travel to France......

Study Finds Social Media Shapes Youth Perceptions of Irregular Migration

A recent field study has highlighted the growing influence of social media on young people's perceptions of irregular migration, suggesting that digital platforms increasingly shape the belief that migration offers a realistic path to a better future. The findings come at a time when migration remains......

Ceuta: Pedro Sánchez Responds to Massive Influx of Migrants from Morocco

The autonomous city of Ceuta is facing a dramatic increase in the arrival of migrants from Morocco, a situation that has led Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to visit the area to assess the consequences of this crisis. In light of the scale of the phenomenon, the head of the Spanish government condemned......

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