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Maritime standoff near Ceuta: New details on July military tensions

Reports have emerged detailing sensitive military activities near Ceuta between late July and early August. A Moroccan frigate and several patrol boats reportedly entered waters claimed by Spain, leading to risky maneuvers that nearly resulted in a collision between Spanish and Moroccan naval vessels. Madrid responded by reinforcing its presence with military ships, such as the 'Rayo' and the 'Santa Maria' frigate. High-level diplomatic communication between the defense ministries of both countries was required to de-escalate the situation. These disclosures indicate that the summer crisis involved a significant maritime security dimension alongside the migration surge, raising questions about the broader political and security implications of the incident as judicial investigations into the summer events continue.