Morocco migration deal negotiations with Spain after PM appointment
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Updated oct 17
The latest in this situation
- El Mansouri's new government in Morocco appoints Aicha Guellaa and Ahmed Rahhou.
- Fatima Saadi appointed to a ministerial portfolio alongside El Mansouri's leadership.
- El Mansouri is confirmed as PM, retaining roles like Foreign and Justice Minister.
- Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri now leads the governing coalition in Morocco.
- Mansouri is appointed Head of Government; Parliament inaugurated sessions and elected a speaker.
How it started
70,000 people crossed into Ceuta from Morocco, coinciding with the appointment of Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as Morocco's prime minister.
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What happened
70,000 people crossed into Ceuta from Morocco, coinciding with the appointment of Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as Morocco's prime minister.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Fatima Saadi appointed to a ministerial portfolio alongside El Mansouri's leadership.1 source
Mansouri is appointed Head of Government; Parliament inaugurated sessions and elected a speaker.1 source
- Morocco, a close American ally, is preparing to install Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as its new government leader.Sub-event
Morocco is seeking a new migration deal with Spain following the appointment of its new prime minister.1 source
Mass migration into Ceuta and the appointment of Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as Morocco's PM.1 source
The appointment of the new Head of Government coincides with the results of the Moroccan legislative elections.1 source
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The entities involved
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Morocco
sovereign state in North Africa
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Ceuta
autonomous city of Spain in North Africa
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- The Ceuta crisis is testing EU solidarity as political figures, including Ulf Kristersson, criticize Madrid's regularization scheme and overall EU migration policy.
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Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri
Moroccan politician
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Spain
country in southwestern Europe with territories in Africa
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Related events
- Moroccan migrants are currently entering Ceuta, which is recognized as Spanish territory.
- Spain is coordinating with Morocco and the EU regarding migrant crossings into Ceuta, requesting support from Europol, Frontex, and the EC.
- People crossed from Morocco into Ceuta, a Spanish enclave in North Africa, on August 1, 2026.
- Mass migration influx strains Ceuta's resources.
- Under the shadow of the Ceuta crisis, Pedro Sánchez is involved in managing the situation, which is currently facing allegations of a Muslim invasion. Morocco remains a key hub for European investment.
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- middle-east-online.com
- middle-east-online.com
- moroccoworldnews.com
- middle-east-online.com
- al-monitor.com
- eurasiareview.com