Spanish King Reaffirms Sovereignty Over Ceuta and Melilla in First Visit Since 2007

King Felipe VI made his first royal visit to Ceuta since 2007, explicitly stating that Ceuta and Melilla are part of Spain and not up for discussion, while calling for continued good relations with Morocco. This marks a firm reiteration of Spain's position amid ongoing tensions over the enclaves' status. The visit signals a potential hardening of Madrid's stance, though it also seeks to balance bilateral ties with Rabat.