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Spanish ambassador summoned over Gibraltar 'incursion'
The Spanish ambassador has been summoned to the Foreign Office after a "serious incursion" by Spanish ships into waters off Gibraltar.
Europe Minister David Lidington described the alleged incursion on 1 April as "provocative" and urged Spain to ensure it was not repeated. The incident involved a Spanish state research ship and an accompanying Guardia Civil police vessel.
Mr Lidington said Spain's actions were "unlawful" and "dangerous". "Her Majesty's Government takes a grave view of any attempt by Spain to exert authority or control within British Gibraltar territorial waters and considers such incursions as a violation of our sovereignty," Mr Lidington said.
"I strongly condemn this provocative incursion and urge the Spanish government to ensure that it is not repeated."
There was no immediate comment by Spain.
http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-26856277
Uh-oh. I hope this goes no further.