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Moroccan-Spanish Same-Sex Marriage Sparks Debate on Religion and Rights
The marriage of a Moroccan from the city of Martil, in the north of the country, and a Spaniard residing in Ceuta, is causing controversy on social networks.
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Ceuta
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Thousands of Moroccan Workers Stranded as Spain-Morocco Border Remains Closed
The closure of borders has made thousands of Moroccan cross-border workers who worked in the Spanish enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla unemployed. This situation, added to the anguish of the coronavirus pandemic, makes their daily life painful.
Spain
Morocco Cracks Down on Cross-Border Smuggling to Protect Women's Dignity
The time of smuggling at Bab Sebta seems to be over. The Minister of the Interior, Abdelouafi Laftit , has decided to put an end to the phenomenon of "mule women", which seriously tarnishes the image of the Moroccan woman.
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Algeciras Port Traffic Plummets 90% as Moroccan Diaspora Travel Halts
The absence of port traffic in Algeciras, mainly due to the non-activation of the Marhaba operation dedicated to Moroccans residing abroad (MREs), has caused activity to drop by nearly 90%.
Spain
Dangerous Belgian Fugitive Extradited to Spain After Arrest in Ceuta
Less than a week after his arrest in Ceuta, a Belgian of Moroccan origin was transferred this Monday morning by the police to Spain. Nordin Benallal is described as a very dangerous prisoner.
Spain
Moroccan Asylum Seekers in Ceuta Seek Permission to Enter Mainland Spain
Many Moroccan asylum seekers from the Temporary Stay Center for Immigrants (CETI) stranded in Ceuta are asking the government delegation for permission to go to the peninsula.
Spain
French Consul's Remarks on Ceuta Spark Tension with Morocco
During his visit to Ceuta on Thursday, the French Consul General in Madrid made rather tendentious statements that could create a diplomatic rift between France and Morocco.
Spain
Moroccan-British Money Laundering Ring Uncovered in Spanish Enclaves
Moroccans are suspected of being linked to British money laundering networks operating in Ceuta and Melilla. A judicial investigation has been opened.
Spain
Moroccan Woman Swims to Freedom from Spanish Enclave Amid Border Closure
It was by swimming that a Moroccan national blocked in Ceuta since the closure of the borders, joined the Moroccan shore. A perilous adventure that earned her the compassion of the Spanish border guards.
Spain
LGBTQ+ Moroccan Refugees Face Persecution in Spanish Enclave of Ceuta
Many Moroccan homosexuals or bisexuals say they are victims of racism, violence and homophobia in Ceuta . Their tormentors would be Spaniards and local Moroccans who sometimes threaten them with death.
Spain
Ceuta and Melilla Plan Gradual Border Reopening with Morocco, Pending Health Protocols
The autonomous governments of Ceuta and Melilla are considering setting up a new protocol, with guarantees, which will allow the gradual reopening of the borders with Morocco.
Spain
Moroccan King's Yacht in Spanish Waters Sparks Controversy in Ceuta
The presence of King Mohammed VI’s yacht off Ceuta is making headlines in the Spanish press and is causing real controversy within the political class. But what was the Moroccan sovereign doing in Spanish territorial waters?