Politics

The Spanish Foreign Ministry has quietly removed maps of Morocco, Algeria, and Mauritania from its official website as the new year begins. This action coincided with negotiations led by Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares regarding the reopening of customs crossings in Ceuta and Melilla. Initially......

Spain's Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska has firmly rejected reports suggesting Morocco is creating obstacles in the reopening of customs offices in Ceuta and Melilla, attributing delays to technical considerations that require further development. Speaking at the inauguration of a new......

Morocco's King Mohammed VI has commemorated the 81st anniversary of the nation's Independence Manifesto by granting royal pardons to 1,304 individuals, marking a significant gesture on this historic national holiday. The Ministry of Justice announced that the pardons encompass both incarcerated......

Morocco has emerged as a frontrunner in public information accessibility across the Arab world, establishing comprehensive legislative and institutional frameworks that enhance government transparency. This achievement is highlighted in a new study, "The Right to Information Access in the Arab Region:......

Spain has allocated €2.5 million to Morocco for enhanced border surveillance equipment and vehicles, responding to unprecedented migration pressures that saw 63,970 irregular arrivals in 2024—a 12.5% increase from the previous year. The funding, channeled through the International and Ibero-American......

In a significant diplomatic shift, Ghana has announced the suspension of its diplomatic relations with the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR), as conveyed through an official communication from Ghana's Ministry of Foreign Affairs to its Moroccan counterpart on Tuesday. The West African nation......

Morocco has taken another significant step toward enhancing its defense capabilities with the confirmed delivery of Bayraktar TB2 drones from Turkish defense firm Baykartech. The delivery, revealed by the company, underscores Morocco's ongoing efforts to modernize its military systems. While Moroccan......

French authorities have arrested two prominent Algerian social media influencers for allegedly making terrorist threats and inciting violence through TikTok videos. The arrests, which occurred on Friday, came amid rising tensions involving anti-Algerian regime protesters in France. The second arrest......

Under the visionary leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Morocco’s diplomacy in 2024 reached unprecedented heights, marked by significant advancements across diplomatic, economic, and environmental spheres. The Kingdom strengthened its global presence, showcased its commitment to peace and......

The Spanish enclave of Melilla has witnessed its lowest irregular migration numbers in over three decades, recording just 113 arrivals in 2024. This marks a dramatic shift from the previous year's figure of 340 entries, highlighting the effectiveness of enhanced border control measures. The decline......

Russia has expressed its appreciation for the strategic partnership with Morocco, a country it considers a "friend" and key ally in the region. Russian diplomacy has particularly highlighted Morocco's balanced stance on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, reinforcing the depth and importance......

In a heartfelt message, His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco expressed deep condolences and sympathy to U.S. President Joseph R. Biden following the passing of former President Jimmy Carter. The monarch, in his message, conveyed the sorrow of learning about the death of "an advocate of reconciliation......

Two North African nations are moving towards stronger bilateral ties as Morocco and Mauritania prepare to advance their partnership through multiple channels. Recent diplomatic exchanges signal a new chapter in relations between the neighboring countries, with energy cooperation and economic development......