Spain’s Sanchez says Russia, Israel spread disinformation on Ceuta crisis
Summary
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Russia and Israel spread false information about the recent large number of migrants arriving in Ceuta, a Spanish territory in North Africa. He mentioned that these actions aimed to criticize Spain and create division in Europe, and he denied that Morocco played a role in causing the migrant influx.Key Facts
- Over 70,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta from Morocco in late July.
- Most migrants returned to Morocco quickly, but thousands remain in Ceuta.
- Sanchez accused Russia and Israel of spreading false information on social media during the crisis.
- The false information included claims that migrants entering by swimming could not be deported.
- Sanchez said no intelligence showed Moroccan authorities were involved in the migrant influx.
- Spain plans to give 168 million euros ($195 million) in aid to help Ceuta handle the crisis.
- Residents of Ceuta have protested, citing security and hygiene problems linked to migrants.
- Spain’s government estimates 3,500 to 7,000 migrants remain; local right-wing politicians say the number is at least 10,000.
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