Meloni seeks allies in migration dispute following Ceuta…

Meloni seeks allies in migration dispute following Ceuta crisis

12.08.2026 14:04 HotInfo

Italy and Denmark continue to push for stricter European migration policy after the Ceuta crisis. Prime Ministers Giorgia Meloni and Mette Frederiksen issued a joint statement rejecting uncontrolled migration and calling for the establishment of deportation centers. Their stance, following the dispute between Rome and Madrid, is gaining wider attention in European debate. forum24.cz ↗

The new approach follows tensions between Italy and Spain. Following events in Ceuta, Rome introduced controls on travelers from Spain, claiming it is a matter of national security. Madrid subsequently launched retaliatory controls on flights and ships from Italy. Travelers at airports have reported additional passport controls, although some described them as a political measure. zpravy.aktualne.cz ↗

The Italian government continues to criticize the migration policy of Pedro Sánchez's cabinet. It argues that unilateral decisions cannot transfer consequences to other partners. Spain, for its part, accuses Italy of damaging European interests and undermining trust within the Schengen area.

According to Italian sources, Meloni is attempting to maintain German support during negotiations in Brussels. Rome contacted Berlin, with Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani speaking with Johann Wadephul. Key questions remain, particularly regarding the returns of migrants without the right to stay.

Tensions may continue in coming days, as Spanish intelligence services consider calls for another mass attempt to cross the border in mid-August to be credible. The dispute has also drawn criticism from Italian opposition, which argues that Meloni risks weakening European unity.