Spain
Spain Bolsters Naval Presence in Melilla Amid Territorial Tensions with Morocco
The Spanish Navy has deployed a patrol boat (the Vigía) and a contingent of the Legion in Melilla to carry out surveillance and deterrence missions there.
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Melilla
Spain
Spanish Security Chief: Morocco Poses No Current Threat to Ceuta and Melilla
Morocco does not currently represent a threat to Spain, despite its insistent claims on Ceuta and Melilla, said General Loreto Gutiérrez Hurtado, director of the National Security Department (DSN), on Monday.
Spain
Spain Bolsters Military Presence in Melilla Amid Territorial Dispute with Morocco
Spain has deployed surveillance and deterrence units in the city of Melilla. The objective is to guarantee the security of this territory claimed by Morocco.
Spain
Long Delays Frustrate Moroccan Expatriates at Melilla Border Crossing
Many Moroccans residing abroad (MREs) wishing to celebrate Eid al-Adha and spend their summer vacation in Morocco are stuck at the Beni Ensar border near Melilla. They complain about the endless queues and the relatively long waiting time.
Spain
Spain's Solar Project on Disputed Islands Sparks Tension with Morocco
Spain’s recent installation of a solar power plant on the Chafarinas and Alborán islands could be the source of new tensions with Morocco, which has constantly claimed these islands.
Spain
Spain Forms Committee to Address Morocco's Actions on Ceuta and Melilla Enclaves
Spain has decided to set up a ministerial committee to study the "unilateral measures" taken by Morocco and affecting the enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla. A measure that could affect bilateral relations between the two countries.
Spain
Ferry Company Renames Ship Ahead of Morocco-Spain Route Change
The shipping company Trasmediterránea has decided to change the name of the ship "Ciudad de Melilla" and restore its original name, Fortuny, after the ship, which served the Malaga-Melilla route, was selected to serve the Nador-Almeria line as part of Operation Marhaba 2024.
Spain
Spain Bolsters Naval Presence Near Disputed Islands Claimed by Morocco
The Spanish Navy has deployed a patrol boat on the islands and rocks claimed by Morocco, including the Vélez de la Gomera rock.
Morocco
Morocco Builds New Military Base Near Spanish Enclave, Raising Tensions
Morocco would establish a new military base on the upper part of Mount Gourougou, near Nador. This seems to be a concern on the other side of the border, in Melilla.
Spain
Spanish Navy Conducts Surveillance Missions in Alboran Sea Near Morocco
The Spanish Navy’s maritime action ship "Meteoro" has been carrying out a surveillance and deterrence mission in the Alboran Sea and the cities of Ceuta and Melilla since late April.
Morocco
Spain Deploys Naval Ship to Boost Maritime Security Near Moroccan Border
Spain has just deployed the maritime action ship BAM Rayo (P-42) in the waters of Melilla, near Morocco, to carry out a surveillance and deterrence mission.
Spain
Spain Deploys AI-Powered Drones to Boost Border Security with Morocco
The Civil Guard has deployed in Melilla drones equipped with advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology to strengthen surveillance and security at the land and maritime border with Morocco.