Melilla's president denounced the closure of commercial borders, separating Morocco and the Spanish enclave. For Juan José Imbroda the decision is an «insult ro Spain' sovereignty over the city».
Since August the 1st, borders used for commercial purposes with Melilla have been closed, affecting merchants in the Spanish enclave. Some of them sought the help of Spain’s Prime Minister while others preferred to knock on Angela Merkel’s door.
The European Commission believes that Morocco and Spain should shoulder their responsibilities regarding «mule women» entering Ceuta and Melilla on a daily basis.