Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez denies Moroccan involvement in the July 2024 migrant crisis at Spain's Ceuta enclave, as a leaked police report suggests Moroccan security forces allowed crossings into the Spanish territory. Sánchez insists there is no evidence Morocco orchestrated the influx of over 70,000 migrants, despite claims of 'total permissiveness' by Moroccan officers.
Sánchez told Spanish parliament that no one foresaw the migrant surge, which led to protests and international scrutiny. The report highlights 'total permissiveness' by Moroccan security forces, though Spanish officials insist it does not implicate Rabat. Over 5,000 migrants remain in Ceuta, with 1,400 children among them.
Spain's handling of the crisis has drawn criticism from European partners, with Italy imposing border restrictions on Spanish arrivals. Sánchez faces domestic pressure as protests continue, with opposition leaders accusing him of a cover-up. The situation underscores tensions between Spain and Morocco over migration control and governance.