Morocco: Abdellah Taïa believes that young Moroccans are forgotten, abandoned, and despised.
The fear of a new attempt to cross into Ceuta is growing as the date of August 15, 2026, approaches. Calls shared on social media are encouraging Moroccans to join the Spanish enclave, two weeks after the massive arrival of tens of thousands of people and the death of at least 80 migrants in the Mediterranean, according to reports from RFI.
These messages raise concerns about a new humanitarian tragedy in the waters separating Morocco from Europe. However, the available information does not confirm the extent of these calls or the number of people likely to participate in a potential crossing attempt.
Moroccan writer and filmmaker Abdellah Taïa has denounced on social media what he describes as a “youth driven to collective suicide.” Invited to RFI’s studios on August 14, he reacted to the distress expressed by some Moroccan youth regarding limited economic and social prospects.
Calls for crossing circulate on social media
This new episode comes two weeks after a massive arrival in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. The human toll mentioned by the source indicates at least 80 people have died attempting to reach Europe by sea.
The Moroccan and Spanish authorities have not provided detailed reports on the potential new attempts announced for August 15. The level of mobilization around these calls and the measures taken to prevent departures remain to be clarified.
Abdellah Taïa, born in Morocco and living in France, is the author of several works devoted to identity, exile, and social fractures. His upcoming book, Standing in Your Dreams, is set to be published on August 20, 2026, by Julliard.
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