Society
Moroccan authorities have detained six individuals, including a minor, on charges of disseminating misleading information and digital content that encourages irregular immigration. The arrests, which took place in Tetouan, are part of a broader crackdown aimed at dismantling networks involved in irregular......
A significant influx of migrants attempting to enter the Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco has triggered a heightened security alert along the border between Fnideq and Ceuta. The situation has brought attention to the ongoing challenges of managing irregular migration in the region and highlighted......
Moroccan ports have efficiently managed the transit of nearly 1.9 million travelers and 447,000 vehicles during the "Marhaba 2024" operation, as announced by the Ministry of Transport and Logistics. The operation, running from June 5 to August 15, has proceeded under favorable conditions.......
In a critical maritime operation on Thursday, the Moroccan Royal Navy intercepted a vessel carrying 124 sub-Saharan migrants, including 12 women, approximately 240 kilometers (150 miles) southwest of Dakhla. The migrants, who were attempting to reach the Canary Islands, found themselves in distress during......
In 2023, Morocco, Venezuela, and Colombia topped the list of nationalities obtaining Spanish citizenship. A record 243,481 applicants saw 45,799 Moroccans, 36,409 Venezuelans, and 20,380 Colombians granted citizenship, highlighting a growing interest among migrants to integrate into Spanish society. According......
In 2023, Switzerland emerged as the leading Schengen country for approving Moroccan visa applications, boasting an 83.9% acceptance rate. Notably, 82% of these visas were multiple-entry, highlighting Switzerland's openness to Moroccan travelers. According to SchengenVisaInfo, Switzerland, Poland,......
In a comprehensive reflection on Morocco's 25-year journey under King Mohammed VI, Spanish newspaper El País paints a vivid picture of transformation and progress. Leading Spanish newspaper *El País* recently published an article commemorating the 25th anniversary of King Mohammed......
The annual surge in visa applications for Schengen countries has once again led to significant delays in Tangier, sparking widespread frustration among Moroccan citizens who seek to travel to Spain. The prolonged wait times are causing substantial financial losses and prompting calls for explanations......
On a recent Saturday, a Royal Navy patrol boat conducted a dramatic rescue operation, saving 196 sub-Saharan migrants from a failing canoe approximately 157 kilometers northwest of Dakhla. The migrants, en route to the Canary Islands, encountered severe difficulties that necessitated urgent intervention.......
In recent years, Spain has found itself navigating the complex waters of immigration enforcement, particularly concerning the execution of deportation orders. Official data reveals a striking discrepancy between the number of orders issued and those actually carried out, especially in the case of Moroccan......
Catalonia and Madrid Lead Regions in New Citizenship Grants In a significant demographic shift, Moroccans have emerged as the most prominent recipients of Spanish nationalities in 2023, according to the National Institute of Statistics (INE). A total of 54,027 Moroccans were granted Spanish citizenship......
As the summer sun kisses the shores of the Mediterranean, Morocco prepares to roll out the red carpet for its cherished diaspora in an extraordinary annual tradition. The 2024 Marhaba Operation, a grand-scale endeavor orchestrated by the Mohammed V Foundation for Solidarity, is poised to welcome home......
As Eid al-Adha draws near, Moroccan consumers are eagerly welcoming an influx of Spanish sheep arriving in Tangier, providing a more economical option compared to locally sourced livestock. This development has piqued the interest of households nationwide, seeking budget-friendly choices for their sacrificial......
