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Spanish Army investigates suspected Moroccan military involvement in Ceuta ambushes
The Spanish Army is investigating whether Moroccan military personnel organized ambushes against Spanish soldiers in Ceuta. Security officials have detected signs of guerrilla tactics, including the use of encirclement maneuvers and the strategic placement of obstacles to immobilize vehicles. This investigation follows the identification of 12 to 14 active members of the Moroccan Armed Forces among individuals evicted from a settlement at El Trampolín beach.
One significant incident occurred on August 27, when approximately 30 to 40 people attacked four soldiers of the 54th Regulars Group in the Benzú area. The attackers reportedly surrounded a military vehicle and threw large stones, resulting in injuries to all four soldiers. Police subsequently arrested 12 Moroccan citizens in connection with the incident.
Amidst these security concerns, the migration crisis in Ceuta continues to impact residents. A Moroccan woman arrived in the city by swimming with her two daughters, seeking legal residency to work and support her family. Meanwhile, police officials have criticized the political response to the recent influx of migrants, claiming that authorities were warned of the situation in advance but failed to implement sufficient security measures.
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Ceuta · Chamber of Commerce of Ceuta · Cámara de Comercio de Ceuta · Government of Spain · Joaquín Mollinedo · Karim Bulaix · Moroccan Armed Forces · National Police · Serafín Giraldo · Spanish Army
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Police arrested 12 Moroccan citizens for their alleged involvement in the attacks. labandera.es
- [○ 1 SOURCE] During an incident on August 27, 30 to 40 people attacked four soldiers of the 54th Regulars Group in the Benzú area. labandera.es
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Attacks on Spanish patrols showed signs of guerrilla tactics, including prior knowledge of military routes and the use of encirclement maneuvers. labandera.es
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Police identified between 12 and 14 active members of the Moroccan Armed Forces among those evicted from the El Trampolín beach settlement. labandera.es
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Four Spanish soldiers were injured during the attack in the Benzú area. labandera.es
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Authorities had received warnings regarding the migration situation but failed to take adequate political or security measures. www.elpueblodeceuta.es