Ben-Gvir ironically praises 'human diversity' in Spain amid migration crisis

Brussels warned Italy that the reinstated border controls with Spain must be duly justified. A Commission spokesperson stated that the regulation allows Member States to restore internal border controls on an exceptional and temporary basis, only as a last resort, to deal with serious threats to public order or national security.

This measure can only be applied when the threat is unpredictable and requires an immediate response. However, the same source emphasized that the Member State concerned, in this case Italy, has an obligation to inform the Commission, the Council, the Parliament, and the other Member States, explaining to what extent the situation in Ceuta represents a serious threat to its public order or internal security.

Additionally, it is possible to reestablish controls at internal maritime borders. However, according to the Schengen Borders Code, the special rules applicable to Ceuta and Melilla remain valid, which implies the existence of controls between these two Spanish territories and the rest of the Schengen Area.

The Commission spokesperson added that, at the moment, there are no departures from Ceuta to the rest of Spain of individuals who entered the city illegally, and that the current priority is to monitor the situation and ensure the return of these people to Morocco.

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani posted on the social network X that the temporary suspension of the Schengen area with Spain, an area of free movement in the European Union (EU), is a provision provided for in treaties and has become inevitable. Tajani declared that this decision is necessary to safeguard the security of its citizens and defend Europe's borders.

Italian Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi announced the decision to resume controls with Spain at ports and airports following a meeting of the Immigration and Border Security Analysis Committee. The resumption of controls begins on Saturday, without specifying a duration.

Government sources informed the Spanish agency EFE that the return of controls at air and maritime borders with Spain does not affect Spanish and European travelers, who can enter Italy without extra bureaucratic procedures. The controls will be random and will only affect citizens of third countries (outside the EU) arriving from Spain, aiming to verify the legality of entry into Italy.

The Italian Government was the first to criticize on Thursday the illegal entry of thousands of immigrants into Ceuta from Morocco. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni demanded the implementation of 'extraordinary instruments to defend borders and citizen security, such as the suspension of the Schengen area with Spain,' in reaction to 'shocking images.' Minister Antonio Tajani accused Madrid of encouraging 'human trafficking' by 'granting Spanish citizenship to 500,000 irregular immigrants.'

In response to Rome's stance, Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares summoned the Italian ambassador in Madrid to express protest. Furthermore, French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez announced that the reinforced police and guard contingent at the Franco-Spanish border will be quintupled by Saturday, totaling 334, due to the Ceuta crisis.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez defended today that 'this is not the time to divide,' amid international criticism of the migration crisis in Ceuta, within the European Union and even in the United States. Sánchez's position comes after the Spanish autonomous city of Ceuta recorded a massive arrival of migrants from Morocco, estimated by local authorities at around 60,000 people since Thursday, exceeding the approximately 50,000 entries counted by the Government of Madrid. Despite this, thousands of migrants returned voluntarily to Morocco throughout the day.

European institutions praised the actions of the Spanish Government and assured that the migrants who entered Ceuta were not moving to continental Europe.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez visited Ceuta this Friday and condemned the current situation in the region in statements to journalists. He stated: 'What happened yesterday was an attack, a violation of Spain's territorial integrity.'

Sánchez emphasized that the Spanish government will use all available state mechanisms and resources to ensure the safety of the residents of Ceuta and the autonomous city territory of Ceuta itself. He addressed the residents of the region, saying: 'Spain is on your side [...] we fully understand the emotional suffering and state of anxiety you are experiencing in recent hours.'

Furthermore, the Spanish leader noted that what has been happening in recent hours, related to the arrival of migrants, 'violates the trend of decreasing irregular flows,' according to him, which decreased by 37% this year.

An elderly man decided to give his pet, Curro, up for adoption after losing his wife and realizing he could no longer care for the dog on his own. The story of Cesar and his dog Curro evoked a strong emotional response in Spain and went viral on social media.

Participation in the Program

This case became part of an episode of the program 'Dog House,' broadcast by RTVE, which is dedicated to responsible dog adoption and demonstrates the real process of shelters and animal reception centers. However, the episode shown on Tuesday, July 21, was special.

Reasons for the Decision

Cesar began his story on the program, clearly upset: 'We came with heavy hearts to find a very good family who will take care of my dog, whom I can no longer care for.' He explained that he had recently lost his wife and was now suffering from 'many lung problems.' Cesar noted that he is very weak, suffers from COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), and is diabetic. At 80 years old, he stated that he does not have the strength to care for the animal.

The Story with the Dog

Cesar and Curro have been together for five years, and during this time, the dog 'was very happy,' and the owners 'were also very happy.' In tears, the elderly man addressed his pet: 'Forgive me, my handsome boy, forgive me.' He added that he loves the dog but cannot care for it due to lack of strength.

Searching for a New Family

Cesar left the studio in tears, touching the entire 'Dog House' team, but remained hopeful that they would find the perfect family for Curro. This happened. Antonia, Azahara, and Jesus came to the program with the desire to give love to any dog, regardless of its breed or age. They stated: 'Dogs come into this world to help people.'

Curro's New Life

Curro quickly settled into his new family, especially with Jesus, with whom he did not part during the filming. Later, the family contacted Cesar so that he could stay in touch with his eternal pet.