Spain's government is taking a firm stance with its European counterparts, threatening to impose "proportional measures" if Italy fails to stop its border checks. The move comes in the wake of the migrant crisis in Ceuta, where thousands of people crossed into Spanish territory from Morocco. The situation escalated tensions between Madrid and Rome, with Spain accusing Italy of not doing enough to help manage the influx of migrants. As the diplomatic fallout continues, Spain's government is now warning Italy that it will take action if the border checks are not lifted, potentially straining already fragile relations between the two European nations.
Madrid warns of 'proportional measures' if Rome does not put an end to checks amid fallout from Ceuta migrant crisis.