Sanchez rules out Moroccan role in Ceuta migrant surge
By The BriefBrief
Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said there is no evidence that Moroccan authorities were involved in the sudden arrival of more than 70,000 migrants in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta last month. His remarks address claims about Morocco’s role in the surge.
WHO:Pedro Sanchez
WHAT:Said there is no evidence Morocco was involved in the Ceuta migrant surge.
WHEN:Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 3:07 PM ET
WHERE:Ceuta, Spain
WHY:He was responding to questions or claims about whether Moroccan authorities played a role in the migrant arrivals.