Morocco–Spain tunnel project: New momentum for the future Africa–Europe corridor

The long-discussed project to connect Morocco and Spain through a tunnel beneath the Strait of Gibraltar has once again returned to the center of international attention, as new developments suggest renewed political and financial interest in advancing the ambitious infrastructure plan. Spanish authorities have recently approved additional......

Germany’s Merz urges diplomatic solution to end Iran conflict

Germany is intensifying diplomatic efforts to help end the ongoing conflict involving Iran, as concerns grow across Europe about the political, economic and security consequences of a prolonged war. Speaking during a visit to military exercises in northern Europe, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stressed that diplomacy remains the most viable......

Morocco’s airports record strong passenger growth at the start of 2026

Air traffic in Morocco continued to expand at the beginning of 2026, with airports across the country reporting a significant rise in passenger numbers during January. According to the Office National des Aéroports (ONDA), Moroccan airports handled more than 3.1 million passengers in January 2026, marking a notable increase compared......

Serbia raises concerns over regional defense cooperation involving Croatia, Albania and Kosovo

Serbia has expressed concern about growing defense cooperation among several Western Balkan actors, with officials in Belgrade closely monitoring recent security initiatives involving neighboring states. Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić said the government is following developments related to military collaboration between Croatia, Albania,......

Brazilian drugmaker EMS plans international expansion after buying Sanofi’s Medley unit

Brazilian pharmaceutical company EMS is seeking to expand its international presence following the acquisition of the Brazil-based Sanofi unit, Medley, for more than $500 million. The deal strengthens EMS’s leadership position in Latin America’s generics market and positions the company for future growth abroad. Thiago Tavares,......

Higher education: IMBT and ESCM Strasbourg form strategic partnership

The Institute of Management & Business Technology (IMBT) has announced the signing of a strategic partnership with the ESCM Strasbourg School of Business and Management, marking a new step in international academic cooperation. According to IMBT, this agreement aims to create new academic opportunities for students by establishing a bridge......

Morocco emerges as key partner in EBRD green transition strategy for 2026–2030

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has approved its new Green Economy Transition strategy (GET) for 2026–2030, aiming to mobilize at least €150 billion in green financing to accelerate climate-related investments across its regions of operation. Among the countries highlighted in the plan, Morocco stands out as......

Global food prices show slight increase in February

Global food prices experienced a slight increase in February, according to the latest data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. The FAO food price index reached 125.3 points, marking a 0.9% rise compared to its revised January value, though still 1.0% lower than the level recorded a year earlier. This increase......

AI in warfare: why military decision-making is the most critical risk

The rapid integration of artificial intelligence into military command structures is reshaping how wars are planned, launched, and conducted, but experts warn that the most critical danger lies in delegating key decisions to machines that do not understand escalation, proportionality, or de-escalation the way humans do. AI-driven decision......

Middle East war escalates as Iran, Israel and US exchange strikes

The conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States intensified on its fourth day, with Tehran launching attacks on US-linked sites in the Gulf while Israel continued simultaneous airstrikes in Iran and Lebanon. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warned that “the gates of hell” would open further against the United States......

European gas prices surge nearly 50 percent after QatarEnergy halts LNG production

European gas prices jumped sharply on Monday, rising by nearly 50 percent after Qatar’s state-owned energy company announced a halt to its liquefied natural gas production following reported drone attacks. The surge adds to earlier gains recorded during the morning session, as markets were already reacting to escalating tensions in......

Hundreds of flights to the Middle East canceled worldwide amid rising tensions

Airlines across the globe have canceled hundreds of flights to and from the Middle East following recent military escalations involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. The widespread disruption comes as several countries in the region temporarily closed their airspace, forcing carriers to suspend or reroute operations. According to aviation......

Global leaders voice concern after US and Israeli strikes on Iran

World leaders have reacted strongly following strikes carried out by the United States and Israel against Iran, actions that triggered retaliatory measures from Tehran across the Middle East. The developments have intensified diplomatic debate among allies and adversaries alike. The presidents of the European Council and the European Commission,......

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