DR ‹ › On Tuesday evening, a wave of protests erupted at the Tarajal border crossing between Morocco and Ceuta, as waiting times soared beyond 18 hours. This unprecedented delay prompted dozens of frustrated individuals to abandon their vehicles and march towards the checkpoint, demanding answers from Moroccan authorities about what they termed an «inhumane» ordeal. Eyewitnesses reported that drivers were trapped in nearly day-long queues, which they described as «unbearable». They endured exhaustion, biting cold, and a stark absence of facilities that would provide even the most basic humane conditions for waiting. Among those stranded were families, individuals with disabilities, and the elderly. The crowd included Moroccans returning to their countries of residence and families from Ceuta who were vacationing outside the city. Protesters claimed the waiting area had become a «trap», as vehicles were unable to exit the line once entered, due to a complete lack of emergency lanes. This only heightened the tension and frustration. In response to the protests, the presence of customs officers and police personnel at the crossing's entrance was increased to speed up vehicle inspections and relieve the pressure. The official overseeing the crossing on the Moroccan side was also on site to monitor the situation. The affected individuals expressed hope that such harsh conditions would not recur, stating that their experience was one of the most challenging the border crossing has faced in recent years.
