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Israel revels in Spain's migrant crisis while embarrassing ally Morocco

Israel revels in Spain's migrant crisis while embarrassing ally Morocco Submitted by Elis Gjevori on Sun, 08/02/2026 - 16:19 Israel and the US exploited the deaths of Moroccan migrants to punish Spain for its stance on Gaza and Iran A woman sits by a barbed-wire fence as relatives await the return of people from Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta at the Bab Sebta border crossing near Fnideq,…

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In an unprecedented turn of events, Spain found itself facing criticism from its ally Morocco due to the latter's handling of a migrant crisis that has left over 60,000 Moroccan citizens attempting to cross into Ceuta, a Spanish enclave. The tragic incident resulted in the deaths of at least 70 migrants, including a young footballer, Faten Ben Omar El Azizi, whose death has sparked outrage and questions about Spain's role in the crisis.

Meanwhile, Israeli political figures, including the country's ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, have gleefully mocked and exploited the situation, claiming it as a vindication for Spain's harsh stance on issues such as Israel's actions in Gaza and Iran. This has only exacerbated tensions between Spain and its ally Morocco, with many observers suggesting that Morocco deliberately orchestrated the crisis to undermine Spain's strategic interests in the region.

Spanish officials have been criticized for failing to act on intelligence about the impending crisis, despite receiving warnings from both military and civilian sources. The lack of response has raised concerns about Spain's ability to manage its borders and protect its citizens, particularly in light of the country's strained relationship with Morocco. As Spain grapples with the aftermath of the migrant crisis, the broader geopolitical implications of the situation remain unclear.

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