News in brief
In a recent incident that has raised concerns within the aviation industry, a Royal Air Maroc flight experienced a severe bird strike, resulting in significant damage to the aircraft. The event, which occurred on September 16, 2024, serves as a stark reminder of the potential hazards posed by wildlife......
In a decisive move to bolster its military capabilities, Morocco has announced a significant procurement of heavy equipment, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s defense strategy. This acquisition underscores the country’s commitment to enhancing its operational readiness and modernizing......
Intense rainfall and thunderstorms have wreaked havoc across several provinces in southern Morocco, resulting in significant destruction. According to official data, 18 fatalities have been reported across the affected regions. The hardest-hit areas include the provinces of Tata (10 deaths), Errachidia......
In a significant development along the Morocco-Spain border, enhanced vigilance by Moroccan authorities has led to a substantial 80% reduction in illegal swim entries to the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. This marked decrease in irregular migration attempts comes as a result of intensified efforts by Morocco......
In a somber turn of events, the Moroccan Royal Armed Forces (FAR) announced the death of Corporal Karim Tmara, a dedicated peacekeeper serving with the United Nations mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO). The incident, which occurred due to an accidental electrocution while operating......
Off the coast of Melilla, a Spanish enclave in North Africa, an incident involving a Spanish Civil Guard patrol boat and a vessel carrying migrants has prompted an investigation by Moroccan authorities. The collision, which occurred on Sunday, has raised questions about border patrol practices and migrant......
Ceuta, the Spanish enclave in North Africa, is grappling with an unprecedented influx of migrants, with an average of 700 individuals attempting to enter the city each night. Cristina Pérez Valero, the Ceuta government representative, revealed this alarming statistic during a recent press conference. Despite......
A Royal Air Maroc (RAM) flight bound for New York from Casablanca experienced an unexpected setback yesterday when a crack appeared on the cockpit window, prompting an immediate return to Mohammed V Airport. The incident occurred less than 30 minutes into the journey of Flight AT220, causing several......
A significant seismic event shook the western coast of Portugal in the early hours of the morning, with tremors extending as far as Morocco. The earthquake, initially reported at a magnitude of 5.3 on the Richter scale, occurred at 5:11 a.m. local time (4:11 a.m. GMT), according to the Portuguese Institute......
Kenitra, Morocco - A significant fire erupted on Saturday evening at the Ben Abbad flea market in Kenitra’s El Maamoura district, causing extensive damage to the bustling commercial hub. Initial reports indicate that the fire has devastated approximately 134 stalls, leaving the market in disarray. Local......
In a series of significant drug seizures, customs officials at the El Guergarat border post, situated south of Dakhla, have intercepted substantial quantities of narcotics. The Dakhla-Oued Eddahab Regional Customs Authority reported these operations, which took place over two consecutive days. On Monday,......
In a significant blow to international drug trafficking networks, Moroccan police forces in Tangier have successfully dismantled a large-scale operation, resulting in the arrest of five key suspects and the seizure of over 500 kilograms of hashish. The operation, which took place on Wednesday, August......
In a desperate bid for a better life, nearly 350 individuals attempted to swim to Ceuta early Thursday morning. This perilous journey was largely thwarted by Moroccan and Spanish authorities, who intercepted most of the swimmers before they reached the shore. However, 12 Algerian adults and four children......
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