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Flight disruptions in Morocco: Over 40 cancellations due to Iberian power outage

Frequent flight delays at Morocco’s major airports have raised concerns among travelers in recent months. The Ministry of Transport and Logistics has stepped in to clarify the situation, citing factors beyond the airlines' control. During a recent address to the House of Councillors, Transport......

Moroccan judge mina sougrati makes history as president of international association of women judges

Moroccan judge mina sougrati has etched her name in history by becoming the first Arab woman elected to the presidency of the International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ). This significant milestone was achieved on April 9 during the IAWJ’s biennial conference held in Cape Town, South Africa. The......

Chaos at Mohammed V Airport Due to Unprecedented Passenger Surge

On Sunday, April 6, Mohammed V Airport in Casablanca experienced significant disruptions, turning into a nightmare for many travelers. Long traffic jams at the entrance and endless queues inside overwhelmed the country’s busiest airport. Although the airport is accustomed to high traffic periods,......

Fire contained at Casablanca’s Mohammed V Airport: No casualties reported

The National Airports Authority (ONDA) has successfully extinguished a fire that broke out in the cargo area of Royal Air Maroc at Mohammed V Airport in Casablanca on the evening of March 27. According to an official statement released on March 28, the fire started around 7:30 p.m. Immediate action......

Royal Air Maroc leads with 100% electric vehicle fleet

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) takes a significant step in its environmental policy by becoming the first Moroccan company to adopt a fully electric vehicle fleet. This initiative is part of a broader strategy aimed at reducing the group's ecological impact and modernizing its infrastructure. In a recent......

Spain allocates €85 million aid package to Morocco

Spain has identified Morocco as a key beneficiary in its newly announced €85 million aid program for 2025. This decision follows an earlier allocation of €30 million to Morocco’s interior ministry through 2023. The Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID) disclosed......

Morocco plans naval upgrade with acquisition of two advanced submarines

Morocco is reportedly preparing to enhance its naval power by acquiring two advanced submarines, according to a report by Military Africa. The move is part of the North African country's broader strategy to modernize its military and strengthen its ability to address evolving security challenges......

Moroccan authorities foil major terrorist plot targeting the kingdom

Moroccan authorities successfully thwarted a significant terrorist plot targeting the Kingdom earlier today, thanks to precise intelligence provided by the General Directorate of Territorial Surveillance (DGST). The operation, carried out by the Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ), came......

Moroccan authorities dismantle terrorist cell in Spata and Tamesna

In a decisive and proactive effort to counter domestic terrorism, Morocco's Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ) successfully dismantled a terrorist cell in a strategic operation conducted early on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. The coordinated raids targeted two key locations: the bustling......

Spanish-Moroccan cooperation leads to arrest of terrorist network spreading extremist content

Spain's Civil Guard has apprehended seven suspects in a coordinated anti-terrorism operation supported by Morocco's General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance (DGST). The operation, which began in late 2023, resulted in arrests across Toledo, Madrid, and Pontevedra provinces. Three suspects......

Moroccan Teams Clear 50 Pool-Sized Areas in Valencia Flood Recovery

Following devastating floods in Valencia last October, Moroccan recovery teams have demonstrated remarkable efficiency in Spain's cleanup efforts, removing enough debris to fill approximately 50 Olympic swimming pools. The mission, initiated through royal directives, deployed 36 specialized trucks......

Shanghai-Casablanca Direct Flight: A New Link Strengthening Connections

Starting January 19, a new long-haul flight route will connect Shanghai to Casablanca. Operated three times weekly—on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays—this service by a major Chinese airline will link Shanghai Pudong International Airport with Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca,......

Royal Air Maroc Expands Fleet with 10th Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) announced the arrival of its 10th Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at Mohammed V Airport in Casablanca on Sunday, November 24, at 10:20 a.m. The aircraft was welcomed with the traditional "Water Salute" ceremony, marking a significant addition to the airline's long-haul fleet,......

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