Feijóo applauds the “historic” European resolution and urges the return of all migrants

On September 17, during the institutional celebration of Melilla Day, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of the Spanish People's Party (PP), praised a recent European Parliament resolution as historic. The resolution formally recognizes Ceuta and Melilla as European territory and addresses the migration situation in Ceuta. Feijóo used the occasion to advocate for the return of all migrants, framing the policy shift as a significant development for the region.

The event was marked by public tension, as attendees booed the Spanish government delegation, led by Minister Elma Saiz. Melilla’s president, Juan José Imbroda, delivered a speech criticizing the government and characterizing the migration situation in Ceuta as an invasion, highlighting the ongoing political friction between local leadership and the national administration regarding border management.