The PSOEpolitician Susana Díaz on 6 September 2026 in 20minutos the conduct of the central government during the latest border crisis in Ceuta in strong terms. The former president of Andalusia and senator is calling for swift assistance for the city, a full account of events and closer coordination between the authorities involved. The benchmark, she says, should be for everyday life in Ceuta to resume quickly and visibly.
Díaz criticises what she sees as a late response and refers to unfortunate public remarks about the head of state. In her view, the government should have involved the opposition leader immediately and organised cooperation between the central government, the autonomous communities and local institutions in an “agile, effective and unobtrusive” way. Political exploitation of the situation should be avoided; the priority must be Ceuta’s residents and the protection of the human rights of those affected.
Specifically, Díaz is calling for material and logistical support so that schools, public services and shops can operate normally and public spaces—including beaches, which she cites as an example—can be used without restrictions. She is also calling for a full account of events during the particularly critical 48 hours in which numerous border crossings took place. The findings should be published to restore trust and prevent a recurrence of such a situation.
The article comes after nationwide rallies expressing solidarity with Ceuta, held on 2 September in several cities, including Madrid. Reports speak of tens of thousands of participants, although estimates vary considerably between media outlets. Díaz described the demonstrations as a legitimate expression of public concern, irrespective of party-political interpretations.
Meanwhile, according to Spanish media, judicial authorities are examining reports of possible warnings ahead of the mass border crossings and possible failures by the authorities to act. According to these reports, the Public Prosecutor’s Office at the Audiencia Nacional is looking into events; no official findings have been released so far. Government sources point to ongoing coordination between the defence, interior and foreign affairs departments and the city’s authorities to stabilise the situation and coordinate assistance.
Susana Díaz’s comments are a politically attributed assessment and include demands; they do not establish individual failings. The urgent need for action in Ceuta is undisputed. Whether a swift return to normality can be achieved will now depend on the speed of assistance, the transparency of the investigations and practical coordination between the central government, the autonomous communities and the city of Ceuta.
Editor: Mira Cadena (Article created with AI assistance).