A crisis with Morocco : Spain rejects the use of drones in Ceuta and Melilla

For the moment some «problems» have prevented the Spanish government from using drones to monitor the borders separating Morocco from Ceuta and Melilla. Instead, the Ministry of Interior satisfied itself with reinforcing the security forces deployed in the area.

«Hirak» : Around 12 Riffians have applied for political asylum in Melilla

A number of Riffians have applied for political asylum, using the «Hirak» as a justification to their applications. According to a lawyer from the Spanish Committee for Refugee Aid, such a justification is not enough, as applicants are required to provide evidence.

Spanish security officials accuse Morocco of allowing the flow of illegal migrants

Spanish security officials have been worried about the frequent attempts of migrants trying to break through Melilla and Ceuta. Requesting anonymity, they believe that Morocco «has taken the pressure off» with regard to migrants’ flow indicating that «they ignore the reasons behind the anger» of the Moroccan authorities.