Alkebulanians,
I break down the history behind the recent footage of tens of thousands of Moroccans crossing into Ceuta, the Spanish-controlled city in North Africa, and why the images triggered such a powerful political response across Europe.
I trace the story through Portugal’s seizure of Ceuta in 1415, Spain’s capture of Melilla in 1497, Morocco’s independence in 1956, the UN decolonization list, and the border reaction from Italy, France, Spain, and 22 EU governments. The deeper question is how a historical technicality can reshape the way millions understand Africa and Europe.
