Sánchez denies a "policy of appeasement" with Rabat and argues that a conflict cannot be opened without proof.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has firmly rejected accusations that his administration is pursuing an appeasement policy toward Morocco. Speaking in defense of his government's foreign stance, Sánchez maintained that strict red lines exist in relations with Rabat, specifically pointing to the undisputed Spanish sovereignty of Ceuta and Melilla, and argued that a diplomatic conflict cannot be opened without concrete proof.

The Spanish leader's remarks came in direct response to intense political fallout following a security crisis in Ceuta. Míriam Nogueras, the congressional spokesperson for the Catalan party Junts, declared Sánchez "disqualified" to remain in power, asserting that the events demonstrate he either actively protects Morocco or fails to properly control national security.

Beyond the security and foreign policy debate, the political clash escalated into broader domestic tensions. Nogueras launched sharp criticisms against the central government, expressing frustration with what she termed untrustworthy Spanish officials who mock Catalans while utilizing state funds, and labeled Prime Minister Sánchez as the "king of fake news."