News in brief

The port of Tarifa, located at the southern tip of Spain, has been temporarily closed due to severe winds caused by a "Levante" storm sweeping through the Strait of Gibraltar. This decision was made by the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras to ensure the safety of both passengers and staff.......

The National League of Professional Football (LNFP) has set the dates for the upcoming winter transfer window, which will run from Wednesday, January 15, to Friday, January 31, 2025. This decision, taken during a meeting held on Wednesday by the league's governing committee, highlights its commitment......

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......

A tragic collision involving three drug smuggling boats off the coast of Morocco has resulted in one fatality and six arrests. The incident occurred in Moroccan waters near Larache, leaving one individual brain-dead, according to Spanish authorities. The collision has raised questions about the circumstances......

Morocco is set to enhance its military capabilities following the US State Department's approval of an $86 million sale of precision-guided bombs, marking another significant development in the growing defense partnership between the two nations. The approved package includes 500 GBU-39B Small Diameter......

In a significant development in the international fight against drug trafficking, three major drug traffickers arrested in Morocco have been formally charged in the United States for orchestrating large-scale fentanyl and methamphetamine trafficking operations. The suspects, apprehended in Marrakech......

Brazil's federal police have successfully seized one tonne of cocaine at the Port of Itapoa in Santa Catarina. Reports indicate the drugs were destined for Morocco before continuing to Europe. According to CNN Brazil, the cocaine was discovered hidden in a compartment inside a vessel preparing to......

Thai Authorities Enlist Interpol in Search for Fugitive Suspect Thai authorities have turned to Interpol for assistance in locating Bilal Chefinu, a Moroccan man accused of killing his girlfriend, a transgender woman named Thitikarn Dulikanon. The case has drawn significant attention as Chefinu remains......

Morocco has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to international solidarity through its response to the recent floods in Spain. The Moroccan ambassador to Spain, Karima Benyaich, emphasized this spirit of cooperation during a visit to Valencia, highlighting the robust ties that bind Rabat......

The National Office of Railways (ONCF) has officially awarded the civil works contract for Lot No. 9 of the Kenitra-Marrakech high-speed rail link to China Gezhouba Group Co. Ltd. The Chinese engineering firm secured the deal with a bid of 2.32 billion dirhams, deemed the most competitive among three......

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,......

Karim Zidane, the Minister Delegate to the Head of Government in charge of Investment, Convergence, and Evaluation of Public Policies, will lead a prominent Moroccan delegation to Japan and South Korea from November 25 to 29. This mission is part of a roadshow aimed at promoting investment opportunities......

Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates, Nasser Bourita, highlighted ongoing efforts to address concerns over visa management during bilateral discussions with diplomatic and consular missions accredited in Morocco. In response to a parliamentary question,......