EU Home Affairs Commissioner defends Spain's actions in Ceuta
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EU Home Affairs Commissioner Magnus Brunner defended Spain's harsh response to the border crossing in Ceuta. He blamed organised smuggling rings for the onslaught.
In an interview, EU Commissioner for Home Affairs Magnus Brunner expressed understanding for Spain's unilateral approach to the border crossing in Ceuta.2 Brunner attributed the onslaught on Ceuta to organized smugglers and human traffickers who had developed a business model out of it.2 According to Brunner, the entire Mediterranean region is affected by this business model.2
In a report, two scientists analysed Morocco's role in crossing the border in Ceuta.1 The scientists investigated whether the onslaught on Ceuta was politically calculated or spontaneous.1 The report ranked Morocco's role in the event and identified the relevant factors.1
“Throughout the Mediterranean, this has become a huge business model”
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