Spain answers Italy with temporary border checks
Spain has introduced temporary border controls for travellers arriving from Italy, escalating a migration dispute between Madrid and Rome after Italy tightened checks on arrivals from Spain following the mass crossing of migrants into Ceuta. The Spanish Interior Ministry said the controls would take effect from midnight on Saturday and remain in place until September 7. The measure applies to…
Spain has implemented temporary border controls for travelers arriving from Italy, escalating a migration dispute between Madrid and Rome. These measures, set to remain in place until September 7, mirror the controls Italy imposed on arrivals from Spain following a surge in migrants crossing into Ceuta. The Spanish Interior Ministry stated the controls would take effect at midnight on Saturday and apply to travelers from Italy, mirroring Rome’s actions after tens of thousands of people crossed from Morocco into Ceuta on July 30 and 31.
Madrid argued the move was proportionate, citing persistent irregular migration pressure on Italy. Italy has rejected Spain's demand to withdraw its controls, insisting its restrictions remain until authorities deem migration and security risks have eased. The dispute highlights contrasting approaches to migration between the two major EU and NATO members, with Madrid accusing Rome of exploiting the Ceuta crisis for domestic political gain, while Rome maintains it's acting to protect national security.
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