Revealing Moroccan-Spanish Ties Since 1956
Wikileaks documents and the American archives reveal that the relationship between Morocco and Spain, since Morocco's independence in 1956, has been filled with tensions and confrontations over sovereignty over various territories. Morocco has consistently demanded the return of Ceuta and Melilla, as evident in secret documents from the post-independence period, where King Mohammed V was insistent on regaining them, as well as other areas still under Spanish control. The Western Sahara crisis has also been a focal point of ongoing dispute, despite efforts at de-escalation and cooperation; Spain supported internal initiatives by Morocco but with reservations regarding sovereignty. There are references to potential military threats from Spain, and the United States' involvement in attempting to prevent escalation. The conflict has been marked by protests that have lasted over fifty years, with Ceuta and Melilla remaining key points of contention in bilateral relations. Despite intertwined economic and security interests, the relationship remains complex, characterized by occasional concessions and escalation.
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