The royalty's visit follows a migration surge in July 2026, when between 70,000 and 72,000 people crossed from Morocco by swimming or using small boats. At least 10,000 of those migrants still remain in the territory. This tour takes place as Spain prepares for early elections next month and continues to manage its relationship with Morocco.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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Spanish Monarchs Visit Ceuta First Time in 20 Years
Geopolitics8 days ago
Spanish forces removed more than 500 people from temporary shelters at El Guano beach on October 13 to facilitate the arrival of the heads of state. King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia were greeted by thousands of citizens waving national flags in Ceuta, marking their first trip to the North African enclave in nearly 20 years. The event was described as diplomatically sensitive, following tensions between the Spanish and Moroccan governments over border security.
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