On July 31, Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares announced he had summoned Italy’s ambassador following statements by his counterpart regarding the possible suspension of the Schengen Agreement for Madrid.
Albares described the remarks as “unworthy of the foreign minister of a partner and friendly country,” emphasizing Spain’s expectation of European solidarity from its allies.
According to Spanish media, over 1,500 migrants have arrived in Ceuta from Morocco within the past week, with some crossing by swimming or on foot. The influx has prompted Spanish authorities to deploy military personnel to bolster security operations in the city.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated Italy is considering suspending the Schengen Agreement with Spain amid a sharp rise in illegal migrants in Ceuta. She argued that the situation exemplifies how uncontrolled migration threatens the EU’s external borders.
