Pedro Sanchez is the leader of Spain right now. He spoke to the parliament in Madrid this week. He talked about a big crisis at the border. Many people crossed into a Spanish city very fast. The name of that city is Ceuta. Mr Sanchez spoke to answer many hard questions.
Some people think the government knew about the problem early. They think the leaders did nothing to stop it. Mr Sanchez said those ideas are very silly. He told the lawmakers the government had no warning. His team did not know the crowds would come. He defended his actions during the busy week.
What Happened in Ceuta
Thousands of people arrived at the border last month. They walked across the land and swam in the sea. Many young people and families made the long trip. They wanted to enter the small Spanish city. The local workers did not have enough room. The sudden crowds surprised everyone in the area.
Pictures of the crowds shocked people all over Spain. Local police tried to manage the huge group of people. Soldiers went to the beach to help the police. They gave food and water to tired people. The border crossing is a very sensitive place. Tensions stayed high for many days in town.
The Angry Protests
Protests started in many cities across Spain after that. Thousands of people marched in the busy streets. They carried big signs and shouted loud words. Some people are very mad at the government now. They want the leaders to fix the big problems. The protests lasted for several long days and nights.
Politicians from other parties criticized the prime minister too. They said his team failed to protect the borders. They want new elections to pick a different leader. Mr Sanchez listened to the angry complaints in parliament. He asked all the political groups to stay calm. He wants everyone to work together on safety.
What Happens Next
The Spanish government is talking with leaders in Morocco now. They want to stop more crowds from coming soon. Diplomats are having many meetings this week. They hope to make the border safe again. Better rules will help control the busy area. Officials want to avoid another crisis this year.
Schools and hospitals in Ceuta are getting extra money. Workers are fixing the roads and buildings near town. The prime minister promised to visit the city soon. He wants to see the situation with his eyes. Children in the city are back in school today. Life is slowly returning to normal for families.