The five areas administered by Spain in North Africa are Ceuta, Melilla, Alhucemas, the Chafarinas Islands, and Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera. The mainland towns of Ceuta and Melilla have been under the control of European powers since the 15th century while the other territories, which consist of rocky islets, later became military garrisons for Spain.
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