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Queen Sofia’s visit to Melilla sparks controversy

The announcement of a scheduled visit by Spain’s honorary queen, Queen Sofia, to the occupied city of Melilla has sparked diverse reactions among the Moroccan population residing in the city and in the neighboring town of Beni Ensar. The visit, set to take place on Thursday, has reignited tensions......

Morocco strengthens cyber defenses by deploying specialized units near Ceuta and Melilla

In a strategic move that reflects the rapid advancement of its defense system, Morocco is preparing to deploy specialized electronic warfare battalions near the occupied territories of Ceuta and Melilla, as well as other key northern locations like Al Hoceima. This initiative aims to bolster national......

Ceuta and Spanish FM Reject Speculation of ‘New Green March’ by Morocco

The President of Ceuta, Juan Jesús Vivas, and Spain’s Foreign Minister, José Manuel Albares, have firmly dismissed recent media claims suggesting a potential Moroccan “Green March” targeting the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Both officials categorically rejected these speculations,......

Trump’s foreign policy sparks Spanish fears over Ceuta and Melilla

Spanish media outlets are abuzz with speculation and concern over the potential implications of Donald Trump’s second presidency for Spain’s North African enclaves, Ceuta and Melilla. Drawing parallels to Trump’s 2020 recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara, Spanish publications......

Historic reopening: First commercial vehicle crosses Morocco-Spain border after six years

In a significant development for Morocco-Spain relations, the first commercial truck successfully crossed from Melilla into Morocco through the Beni Enzar customs post on Wednesday, marking the end of a six-year closure that began in August 2018. The vehicle, carrying approximately 600 kilograms of home......

International scholars advocate for Tamazight recognition in European language charter

A significant academic conference held at Melilla's Hospital del Rey on January 17 brought together specialists from universities in Naples and Paris to discuss integrating Tamazight into the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages. The event coincided with Yennayer, the traditional Amazigh......

Spain and Morocco Strengthen Trade Ties with Record-Breaking Growth

Rabat – Trade relations between Spain and Morocco continue to flourish, with recent data indicating a likely fourth consecutive year of record-breaking foreign trade between the two countries. Reports highlight Morocco's strong trade performance with Spain, emphasizing the robust bilateral......

Spain-Morocco Trade Deal Sparks Debate Over Melilla Customs Framework

Spanish authorities have announced significant progress in negotiations with Morocco regarding customs operations at Ceuta and Melilla, marking a crucial shift in bilateral trade relations. The development comes as both nations work to establish a modernized customs framework, though the initiative has......

Melilla Border Crossings Plummet as Morocco Intensifies Migration Controls

The Spanish enclave of Melilla has witnessed its lowest irregular migration numbers in over three decades, recording just 113 arrivals in 2024. This marks a dramatic shift from the previous year's figure of 340 entries, highlighting the effectiveness of enhanced border control measures. The decline......