Moroccanness of Ceuta and Melilla

Algerian gas vs Moroccan alliance: Spain’s perilous balancing act

26 March 2026

In search of energy security, the Spanish government is officially relaunching its relations with Algeria, its historical natural gas supplier. This diplomatic rapprochement (…)

Spain deploys its troops in Ceuta in the face of Morocco’s armament

18 March 2026

The city of Ceuta is the subject of increased Spanish military vigilance. Faced with the rapid modernization of the Moroccan arsenal, the army is intensifying its patrols and (…)

Ceuta and Melilla: Why Trump Could Recognize Morocco’s Sovereignty

14 March 2026

Former Pentagon adviser Michael Rubin calls on Donald Trump to formally recognize Ceuta and Melilla as Moroccan territories. For this expert, such a decision would correct a (…)

Spain Flexes Military Muscle Near Moroccan Border, Reinforcing Ceuta’s Defense

6 September 2025

Spain continues to send a deterrent message to Morocco, which claims sovereignty over Ceuta.

Spain Flexes Military Muscle Near Moroccan Border in Ceuta

3 May 2025

Spain has deployed helicopters and organized military maneuvers in areas close to the Moroccan border. A deterrence message sent to Morocco, which claims sovereignty over Ceuta.

Spanish General Warns of Moroccan Threat to Ceuta and Melilla, Urges Defense Preparedness

13 February 2023

In his book titled "Soldados", retired General Juan Carlos Domingo Guerra claims that Spain should prepare to face threats from the south, particularly from Morocco, which (…)

Spain’s PM Sanchez Affirms Ceuta and Melilla as Spanish Territory, Rebuffing Moroccan Claims

14 October 2022

The Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez, clarified his country’s position on the cities of Ceuta and Melilla, stating on Thursday before Congress that these two territories (…)