The Government Delegation in Melilla announced this Monday that the border crossing with Morocco "remains open and operational for the transit of vehicles and pedestrians in both directions," after overcoming the moments of greatest tension generated by the attempts of irregular entry recorded last week.
According to the details provided by the agency led by Sabrina Moh, after the progressive reopening that began over the weekend, "the border is functioning normally within the established security device, allowing transit for both users of the Operation Crossing of the Strait (OPE) and other travelers." The Delegation emphasized that the situation is evolving "calmly and without significant incidents" and added that it "will continue to carry out permanent monitoring of the operation to inform of any news that may arise."
Balance of irregular entries and coordination meetings
In parallel, the Government delegate in Melilla, Sabrina Moh, held meetings this Monday with the heads of the Superior Police Headquarters and the Civil Guard Command "to thank both bodies for their actions during the episodes of migratory pressure experienced this weekend," in which 149 people entered the Spanish city irregularly, 130 on the first day and 19 on the second, more than half of whom were minors.
During the meeting at the Superior Police Headquarters, Moh highlighted the "professionalism, commitment, and responsiveness" shown by the agents, especially emphasizing the dedication of those who volunteered or were mobilized on their days off. "There are professions that require an enormous vocation for public service and you have demonstrated it again these days. The involvement of the staff, the responsiveness, and the coordination among all units has been noticeable," the delegate stated.
The government official has also directly expressed her recognition to the members of the National Police, assuring that she feels "deeply proud" of the work done and reiterating the support of the Government Delegation. Next, Sabrina Moh traveled to the Command of the Civil Guard, where she held a meeting with the chief colonel and the heads of the armed institute, in addition to touring the Operational Services Center (COS), from which a good part of the device activated during the emergency was coordinated.
The delegate has also visited the facilities of the Underwater Activities Group (GEAS) and the Maritime Service, extending her gratitude to the members of the Rapid Intervention Unit (NIR) for their role in the operation. During this visit, Moh emphasized that "the results are there and are the result of the enormous work done during these days, both in controlling the border and in all the logistical and operational attention that has been necessary."
The representative of the Executive has also highlighted the coordination among the different administrations and agencies involved, as well as the support of the Secretary of State for Security and the general directorates of the Police and the Civil Guard, which enabled the reinforcement of resources in Melilla. These meetings also served to make an initial assessment of the device with the aim of reviewing its operation and identifying possible improvements for future similar scenarios. Finally, Sabrina Moh extended her gratitude to Civil Protection, Local Police, INGESA, the Emergency Coordination Center 061, Red Cross, and the rest of the public services involved in managing the emergency.
"When all institutions work in a coordinated manner, sharing information and combining efforts, the State demonstrates its ability to respond effectively even in the most difficult moments," she concluded.