Ceuta Migration Fallout: Spain’s PM Pedro Sánchez faced fresh backlash over the July surge of roughly 80,000 people crossing from Morocco into Ceuta, after reports of over 100 deaths and disputes over what Madrid knew and when—Sánchez says there’s no “solid evidence” Morocco planned it, while critics argue Rabat’s role was downplayed and promise to declassify pre-crisis information. Public Health Angle: Local clinicians and health groups warn the crisis is raising epidemic risks as reception systems strain, with hospitals and emergency services under pressure. Canary Islands Boat Tragedy: Off Spain’s Canary Islands, rescuers found 44 survivors and five bodies on a vessel adrift for weeks; more than 80 deaths are feared, including a baby, with several survivors airlifted to hospital in critical condition. MINURSO Updates: The UN mission in the Sahara is adjusting leadership ahead of an October Security Council review, including changes to force command and civilian administration, after reported reductions affecting medical staffing and field logistics. Human Rights in Detention: A UN Committee against Torture decision found humiliating treatment in the case of Sahrawi detainee Abdelmoula El Hafidi, calling for prompt and impartial investigations into ill-treatment and detention conditions. Diplomacy & Health-Linked Cooperation: Denmark renewed support for Morocco’s Western Sahara autonomy plan and highlighted future partnership areas including pharmaceuticals and agriculture/agri-food. Sahrawi Community Note: Botswana extended condolences after the death of Sahrawi ambassador El Hiba Sidi Abbes.