Melilla Gradually Reopens Beni Enzar Border Amid Migration Pressure

The Spanish Government delegate in Melilla, Sabrina Moh, announced a progressive reopening of the Beni Enzar border with Morocco after a two‑day closure triggered by intense migration pressure. The decision was taken as the flow of migrants eased, with coordination between Spanish security forces and Moroccan authorities. In the first two hours of the reopening, roughly 150 vehicles crossed into Morocco and 70‑80 entered Melilla, while pedestrian traffic was organized in groups for safety.

During the closure, the delegation rerouted about 300 vehicles destined for Melilla, reducing congestion and limiting the number of people stranded at the frontier. The operation involved the Guardia Civil, Policía Nacional, Protección Civil and the Red Cross, which were praised for their “minute‑by‑minute” response.

In the nearby enclave of Ceuta, earlier days saw an unprecedented influx of up to 60,000 Moroccan migrants, resulting in at least 67 deaths and a massive health response that recorded 1,149 medical assists. Security measures, including a 500‑metre pneumatic barrier, have now restored relative calm, and voluntary repatriation of migrants to Morocco is being facilitated by local police.