Ceuta and Melilla: Retreat of Assault Waves and a High Security Price

Decline in Incitement and Cautious Calm at the Borders

Nearly three weeks after the massive collective attacks targeting the fences of the occupied cities of Ceuta and Melilla, the digital tension has begun to gradually subside. A noticeable decline has been observed in campaigns inciting irregular migration across social media platforms, a shift observers attribute to the strict security surveillance imposed by Moroccan authorities in the northern regions, which has successfully contained hotspots of tension.

The Hidden Cost: When Security Becomes Mentally Exhausting

Despite the success in regaining control at the borders, the repercussions remain strong, particularly within the barracks and public force centers. While some view the situation from a purely security-based perspective, the reality goes beyond that to include the heavy psychological toll paid by security personnel and auxiliary forces.

These personnel have found themselves in direct, continuous confrontation with large crowds, leaving psychological impacts that require intensive professional support. The long hours in the field and the nervous pressure associated with border protection have drained the energy of the public forces in an unprecedented manner.

The Necessity of Support and Monitoring

Field sources confirm that the current phase is not limited to monitoring border movements but extends to providing psychological support for the personnel who participated in these events. Working under high pressure requires clear strategies to ensure the readiness of forces, taking into account that the human element is the fundamental pillar in the border security equation, and any imbalance in their psychological state could negatively reflect on field intervention efficiency.

In conclusion, the current calm at the borders of Ceuta and Melilla remains a positive indicator, but it opens a deeper discussion regarding the sustainability of security efforts and the necessity of placing great importance on the human and psychological aspect of the public forces standing as a shield against irregular migration flows.