1. ongoing border surveillance
2. spain urged to repatriate minors

The Moroccan government has activated all necessary measures to prevent any illegal attempts to cross into Ceuta or Melilla, intercepting individuals involved in such plans. This announcement follows recent social media posts and anonymous messages calling for a large-scale border crossing on August 15.

In a statement to the press, Mr. El Khalfi confirmed that security forces have already arrested a group of individuals suspected of inciting these actions. The detainees are undergoing judicial investigation under the supervision of the competent prosecutor’s office. The Interior Ministry warned that these calls pose serious risks to public safety and constitute legal offenses under Moroccan law, emphasizing that both participants and organizers will face prosecution.

Ongoing border surveillance

The Interior Ministry stressed that security services, coordinated by the Directorate General for National Security (DGSN), are operating under a permanent surveillance system around Ceuta and Melilla. This operation is continuously reinforced and adapted based on evolving threats and field conditions.

Authorities have called on the public to remain cautious and avoid being misled by deceptive calls that endanger lives. They reiterated that combating irregular migration is carried out strictly in accordance with the law.

Spain urged to repatriate minors

The official statement emphasized that addressing irregular migration and human trafficking networks requires a shared responsibility approach, not the burden of a single party.

In this context, Morocco’s Interior Ministry specifically urged Spanish authorities—within the framework of existing bilateral cooperation—to fulfill their commitments and accelerate the repatriation of unaccompanied minors from Ceuta to their families in Morocco. The ministry called on Madrid to overcome administrative and judicial hurdles delaying these returns, always prioritizing the best interests of the minors.

Additionally, Rabat reaffirmed the central importance of the immediate repatriation mechanism, highlighting its proven effectiveness in previous border interventions.

The Interior Ministry concluded by assuring that Moroccan authorities will continue to enforce the law firmly and responsibly to guarantee public order and safety, maintaining high preparedness levels and constant coordination in full compliance with legal provisions.