The Moroccan Association for Human Rights (AMDH) has called for an independent and comprehensive investigation into the events that occurred in the occupied cities of Ceuta and Melilla on July 30 and 31, according to a statement released on Friday. The association reported a death toll, though the exact number remains unverified.
The incidents involved attempts by migrants to cross the border from Morocco into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Witnesses and local reports suggest that dozens of migrants were injured or died during the attempts, with some reports indicating that migrants were shot by border guards, while others died in stampedes or falls.
The AMDH has urged Moroccan authorities to open a transparent inquiry to determine responsibility for the deaths and injuries. The association also called for access to medical records and for those responsible to be held accountable.
As of August 8, 2026, no official investigation has been announced by the Moroccan government. The Spanish government has not commented on the AMDH's request. The exact number of casualties remains unclear, with conflicting reports from various sources.
