The Spanish government has confirmed it will conduct a formal investigation following allegations that its military personnel subjected migrants to torture while in the city of Ceuta.
The inquiry was triggered by accusations of severe physical abuse and ill-treatment directed at migrants held in the autonomous city located on the northern coast of Africa.
Authorities have moved to launch the probe after the claims were brought to light, signaling a potential escalation in scrutiny over the treatment of migrants at Spain’s border enclaves.
Is this isolated or systemic? We need independent oversight, not just internal military investigations.
This is shocking. Spain needs to hold these soldiers accountable and ensure due process for the migrants.