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Spanish royals visit Ceuta, Melilla to back enclaves amid Morocco migration strain
South China Morning PostLO·ES · MA·6 minutes ago
King Felipe VI's visit to Ceuta marks the first royal visit in nearly 20 years, a rare and diplomatically sensitive move given Morocco's claim to the enclave. The visit follows a mass migrant influx and precedes a similar trip to Melilla, signaling Spain's reaffirmation of sovereignty over its North African territories. The move may strain relations with Morocco, which has previously reacted strongly to such visits.