Solidarity Action by Basque Activists in Ceuta
On September 21, 2026, a group of activists and leftist movements from the Basque region made their way into the occupied city of Ceuta, demonstrating in solidarity with migrants and protesting the tightening of security measures at border crossings. The participants raised slogans inspired by the Basque band "Negu Gorriak," and drew parallels between the situation in Ceuta and that in Gaza, arguing that the treatment of migrants at the borders raises serious concerns about human rights compliance.
This protest comes amid ongoing debates regarding the management of migration issues in Ceuta, especially following a wave of mass arrivals that the city has been experiencing. The accompanying security measures and protocols for receiving migrants and regulating crossing movements have sparked significant discourse and contention within the community. Furthermore, the action follows remarks made by the former governor of the Basque region regarding the plight of migrants, adding a political and human rights dimension to the ongoing discussions about how Spanish authorities are handling migration in the city.
As reported by nichanealane.ma.
