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Ryanair flight to Marrakech departs from France without passengers after security failure

An unusual aviation incident occurred at Vatry Airport on April 14, when a Ryanair flight bound for Marrakech took off without any passengers on board. A total of 192 travelers were unable to board the aircraft after a breakdown in airport security operations prevented the mandatory screening procedures......

Gnv strengthens its commitment in Morocco with two new lng-powered vessels

Italian ferry operator GNV has announced the deployment of two next-generation vessels as part of its ongoing expansion in Morocco. The ships, GNV Aurora and GNV Virgo, are scheduled to enter service on June 1 and July 1 respectively, operating along the strategic Genoa–Barcelona–Tanger Med......

Easyjet launches its first African base in Marrakech menara

At Marrakech Menara Airport, a new chapter in regional aviation has begun as easyJet officially inaugurated its first operational base on the African continent. The launch, supported by Moroccan National Tourist Office, reflects Morocco’s growing appeal as a global travel destination. The......

French drone manufacturer Delair expands to Morocco with new defense hub

French drone manufacturer Delair is expanding its international presence by establishing a new subsidiary in Morocco, marking a strategic step in its ambition to strengthen its footprint across Africa’s growing defense and security market. The new entity, named Delair Africa, will be based in......

Casablanca: arrest of British national wanted by Belgian authorities over drug trafficking

Authorities in Casablanca have arrested a 34-year-old British national wanted by Belgian judicial authorities on suspicion of involvement in international drug trafficking. The arrest took place on Saturday, April 11, at Mohammed V International Airport, as the suspect was preparing to board a flight......

United States deportation policy sends migrants, including Moroccans, to Costa Rica

A group of migrants, including Moroccan nationals, has arrived in Costa Rica after being expelled from the United States under a new bilateral migration agreement between the two countries. The group, composed of 25 individuals from various nationalities, marks the first transfer carried out under the......

Suspicious odor forces Paris–Rabat flight to turn back shortly after takeoff

An Air France flight traveling from Paris to Rabat was forced to return to its departure airport shortly after takeoff on Friday evening after a suspicious odor was detected in the cabin. The Airbus A220-300, operating flight AF1358, departed from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport at 21:03 local time.......

Moroccan authorities dismantle terror cell linked to criminal activities

Moroccan security authorities have dismantled a suspected terrorist cell allegedly involved in a series of criminal activities linked to extremist ideology, according to an official statement. The operation, carried out over two days, led to the arrest of six individuals in several locations, including......

Akhannouch visits Cairo to strengthen Morocco Egypt cooperation

Moroccan Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch arrived in Cairo on Sunday leading a high-level ministerial delegation aimed at cooperation between Morocco and Egypt. During the visit, Akhannouch is set to co-chair the first session of the Morocco-Egypt Coordination and Monitoring Committee alongside Egyptian......

"Je t'aime moi non plus: France-Morocco" explores a complex Franco-Moroccan relationship

On Sunday, April 5, France 5 will broadcast a special evening dedicated to contemporary Moroccan history and its long-standing ties with France as part of the program Le monde en face. The broadcast coincides with the 70th anniversary of Morocco's independence, officially recognized on March 2, 1956. The......

Morocco emerging as a future African hub for military drone training

Morocco is positioning itself as a future regional hub for military drone training in Africa, following the announcement of a new training center supported by the United States. The initiative reflects a broader transformation in security cooperation across the continent. The project was highlighted......

Morocco emerges as strategic NATO partner in the southern neighborhood

Morocco has strengthened its position as a strategic partner for the NATO, according to the alliance’s 2025 annual report, highlighting its growing role in the southern neighborhood amid ongoing security challenges. The report underscores a significant evolution in cooperation between NATO and......

Casablanca hosts showreel 2026, kickoff of les impériales week

In Casablanca, the communication ecosystem is preparing for one of its major annual highlights with the opening of Les Impériales Week 2026. Today, the Megarama Casablanca hosts the Showreel, an inaugural sequence that has become strategic for analyzing the evolution of......

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