Spanish PM Sanchez says no 'solid proof' Morocco planned Ceuta migrant rush
Summary
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said there is no strong evidence that Morocco planned the large migrant crossing into Ceuta in July. However, a police report found that Moroccan security forces did not stop the crowd during a key period, but it is unclear if this was on purpose or not.Key Facts
- In late July, thousands of migrants crossed from Morocco into the Spanish territory of Ceuta.
- A police report suggested the migrant crossing was planned to overwhelm border control.
- PM Sanchez said no proof exists that Morocco organized or ordered the crossing.
- Moroccan police allowed the crossings during a 10-hour peak period on July 30.
- It is unknown if Moroccan forces acted intentionally or failed to stop the migrants.
- Some Moroccan officers reportedly guided migrants, but no clear orders were found.
- Moroccan officials deny helping the crossings.
- PM Sanchez asked King Felipe VI to visit Ceuta and Melilla soon to show support.
- The last visit by a Spanish king to these cities was in 2007, which led to diplomatic tensions with Morocco.
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