EU Calls on Morocco to Curb Migrant Surge at Spanish Border

The massive arrival of Moroccan migrants in Sebta is already eliciting reactions. The European Commissioner for Home Affairs was before the European Parliament on Tuesday, reports AFP. "The most important thing now is that Morocco continues to commit to preventing irregular departures, and that those who do not have the right to stay are returned in an orderly and effective manner. The Spanish borders are the borders of Europe," said Ylva Johansson.

According to her, it is worrying that at least 6,000 people, including a large number of children, have reached Ceuta by swimming, putting their lives at risk. "Many had to be rescued, one person died," she lamented. "The European Union wants to build a relationship with Morocco based on trust and shared commitments. Migration is a key element in this regard," she added.

On Monday, 6,000 people reached the enclave of Sebta, according to figures provided by the Spanish Ministry of the Interior. The Spanish Minister of the Interior, Fernando Grande-Marlaska, said that about 1,500 migrants have already been returned to Morocco.