Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Another Spanish Incursion Into Gibraltar's Waters

Map of Gibraltar. The Guardian

UK Summons Spanish Ambassador After Ships Enter Gibraltan Waters -- The Guardian

Envoy called in for fourth time in row over artificial reef, with minister describing latest incident as a 'provocative incursion'

Britain has summoned the Spanish ambassador following the "provocative incursion" by a ship into Gibraltan waters on Tuesday.

David Lidington, the Europe minister, said he was extremely concerned that a Spanish research vessel conducted a survey in UK territorial waters accompanied by a military police boat.

It is the fourth time since 2011 that Spain's ambassador has been called in to explain his country's actions in a row about an artificial reef, which has led to delays at the border and disputes over vessels. Last month, UK special forces had to stop a training mission off Gibraltar after being disrupted by a Spanish gunboat.

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More News On Another Spanish Incursion Into Gibraltar's Waters

Spanish ambassador summoned over Gibraltar 'incursion' -- BBC
Britain summons Spanish ambassador over Gibraltar 'incursion' -- Reuters
UK summons Spanish ambassador over Gibraltar -- Washington Post/AP
Spanish ambassador summoned after 'dangerous' incursion into waters around Gibraltar -- Express
U.K. Protests Spanish Ship's Entry To Gibraltar Waters -- Wall Street Journal

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