Significant Progress in Migrant Returns from Ceuta to Morocco
In a recent announcement, Angel Victor Torres, the Minister of Territorial Policy and Democratic Memory, revealed that over 15,000 migrants have successfully returned to Morocco from Ceuta since August 10. This development suggests that the situation in the autonomous city is steadily moving towards normalcy. During a meeting of the Situation Committee, Torres emphasized the government’s role in facilitating these returns, stating, "I have informed the committee members that more than 15,000 migrants have returned to Morocco, primarily due to government actions."
Torres made these remarks while presiding over a specialized situation committee meeting in Madrid, addressing the mass irregular entry of migrants that occurred on July 30 and 31. He noted that the committee resumed its operations after a temporary suspension due to a railway accident in Urda, Toledo, underscoring the government's commitment to addressing the migrant situation effectively.
The Minister further elaborated on the actions taken by the State Security Forces in Ceuta, which have allowed them to enter residences in the city under judicial authorization. Many individuals were subsequently taken to the Temporary Attention Center for Foreigners (CATE) before being returned to Morocco or placed into existing local facilities. Torres highlighted that prior to the establishment of the first government-operated facility on August 20, only about 2,000 migrants had returned, whereas nearly 13,000 have returned since then, reflecting a strategic shift in handling the migrant situation.
Regarding unaccompanied minor migrants, Torres indicated that over 3,600 have been identified, with more than 300 relocated to the Spanish mainland. The ongoing efforts include processing around 100 cases sent back to Morocco, a step towards managing the influx of migrants more systematically.
In terms of government resources, there are currently 7,000 available places in various facilities, with 5,800 occupied. Given this context, Torres announced plans to dismantle some camps in the coming days, aiming to restore spaces within Ceuta as part of the broader effort to achieve normalcy. He firmly stated that claims suggesting Ceuta is not progressing towards normality are misleading, highlighting the significant decrease of 15,000 migrants since August. "This is the path we will continue to pursue in Ceuta," he concluded, reaffirming the government's commitment to managing migration effectively and restoring order within the city.
Looking Ahead: A Path Towards Stability in Ceuta
The ongoing efforts to address the migrant situation in Ceuta underlines a significant governmental response to what has been a pressing issue for local authorities and communities. As the situation evolves, the focus remains on ensuring that the safety and stability of Ceuta are prioritized, paving the way for a return to normalcy while respecting the rights and needs of migrants.
As reported by europapress.es.
