Spain’s central government intervened to block a delegation from the European People’s Party (EPP) from meeting security officials during a visit to Melilla.
The six-member delegation, led by EPP Vice President Dolors Montserrat, aimed to assess border security with Morocco and review the situation of migrants.
Spanish media reported that Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska’s decision drew sharp criticism.
Montserrat accused the Sánchez government of “ignoring Europe” and expressed frustration at being denied meetings with Melilla’s top police and civil guard commanders.
The delegation sought to discuss security forces’ needs in light of ongoing EU reforms on asylum and migration policy. Montserrat also called for full deployment of the EU’s border agency, Frontex, at Spain’s southern borders, including Melilla and Ceuta.
MEP Javier Zarzalejos added that the two enclaves deserved special EU status due to their unique circumstances, calling for tailored support in future party strategies.
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