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Spain leads NATO's most ambitious naval exercises of the year

Spain is hosting NATO's most ambitious naval maneuvers, Dynamic Mariner/Flotex-25, which began on Monday in the Gulf of Cádiz and the southern coast of Andalusia. These operations, which will run until April 4, involve over 4,000 military personnel and 30 ships from nine countries. The exercises......

Italian police arrest Moroccan national over terrorism charges

Police in Italy have apprehended a 46-year-old Moroccan man residing in Brescia on allegations of engaging in activities linked to international terrorism. This action follows a directive from the prosecutor’s office in Perugia and underscores ongoing efforts to combat extremist threats. The investigation,......

Major European powers endorse Arab-led Gaza reconstruction plan

Four of Europe’s most influential nations—Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and Italy—issued a joint statement on Saturday expressing their support for the Arab-led reconstruction plan for Gaza. This initiative, aimed at addressing the dire living conditions of the 2.4 million inhabitants......

Moroccans rank second in EU citizenship grants in 2023, losing top spot to Syrians

According to the latest figures released by Eurostat, Moroccans ranked as the second-largest group to receive citizenship from European Union (EU) member states in 2023. A total of 106,500 Moroccans were granted EU citizenship, trailing just behind Syrians, who claimed the top spot with 107,500 citizenships. This......

Passing of Mohamed Benaïssa, former Minister of Foreign Affairs

Mohamed Benaïssa, former Moroccan Minister of Foreign Affairs and President of the Municipality of Asilah, passed away on Friday, February 28, after a prolonged battle with illness. His death marks the end of a distinguished career dedicated to culture, diplomacy, and the development of his hometown. Born......

Greece's rail disaster: A result of longstanding safety failures

An inquiry has determined that the fatal rail disaster in Greece in 2023, which claimed the lives of 57 people, was caused by long-standing safety deficiencies that remain unresolved. The investigation, led by the National Aviation Investigation Agency and Railway Accidents and Transportation Safety......

Simplified Schengen visa renewals: New procedures introduced by BLS Rabat

Starting February 24, BLS Rabat will implement a streamlined process for renewing Schengen visas, introducing a no-appointment system for eligible applicants. This initiative aims to simplify administrative procedures and enhance accessibility for visa renewal services. Renewing one-year Schengen visas Holders......

Direct Flights Between Libya and Italy Resume After 10-Year Suspension

Direct flights between Libya and Italy have officially resumed after a decade-long hiatus, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations. This development was announced by a Libyan news agency following the first flight's successful landing on Sunday. The inaugural direct flight by an Italian......

Russia-Ukraine War: Key Developments on January 10, Day 1,051

Fighting In Donetsk's Siversk town, two civilians lost their lives due to shelling by Russian forces, as reported by the regional governor. Similarly, two more were killed in Kamyanka-Dniprovska, located in the Russian-occupied Zaporizhia region, during Ukrainian attacks, according to Moscow-appointed......

Three Tunisians Arrested in Connection with Attempted Murder in Italy

On December 19, Italian authorities arrested three individuals—two of whom were minors—in connection with the attempted murder of a 31-year-old Moroccan man in the city of Perugia. The suspects, all nationals of Tunisia, were captured on surveillance footage assaulting the victim in the Fontevivo......

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Key Developments on Day 1,035

As the Russia-Ukraine conflict continues, significant events unfold across various fronts—military, societal, and geopolitical. Below is an overview of the latest developments as of Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Military Updates  - Foreign Fighters in Russia: Approximately 12,000 North Korean......

Yacht Crew Recounts Harrowing Moments of Sinking Off Sicily

Crew members aboard Mike Lynch's yacht have shared their accounts of the fateful night when a storm capsized the vessel off the coast of Sicily, leading to the tragic deaths of the British tech tycoon and six others. The incident, which occurred two weeks ago, has left investigators searching for......

Italian Authorities Penalize Air Arabia Maroc for Breaching Passenger Data Protocols

In a decisive enforcement of European Union regulations, the Italian Border Police have imposed fines totaling €85,000 on Air Arabia Maroc. The low-cost Moroccan airline faced penalties for failing to comply with EU mandates on passenger data submission at Cuneo-Levaldigi Airport. According to......