Morocco's Minister Asserts Claims Over Ceuta
In a recent statement that has stirred tensions, Nizar Baraka, Morocco's Minister of Public Works and Water, firmly declared that the country would not retract its claims over Ceuta, emphasizing that they will not yield "even an inch of our national territory." This assertion was made during a rally for the Istiqlal party, where Baraka acknowledged the significance of Spain as a crucial partner while simultaneously reiterating Morocco's stance on the disputed territory. The declaration comes in the wake of heightened tensions following a mass influx of migrants into Ceuta on July 30, an event that has been a focal point in the ongoing territorial discourse between the two nations.
During a recent session in the Spanish Congress, President Pedro Sánchez addressed the situation, revealing that Moroccan authorities had allowed the passage of migrants for ten hours, though he noted the absence of conclusive evidence indicating that this action was premeditated by Moroccan officials. The remarks from Baraka further exemplify Morocco's unwavering commitment to its territorial claims amidst ongoing diplomatic challenges.
As reported by lasexta.com.
