Olive Oil: Spanish Imports from Morocco Surge Dramatically

Spain, the world's leading producer of olive oil, has significantly increased its purchases from Morocco in the first half of 2026. The volumes imported remain modest on the scale of the Spanish market, but their year-on-year growth is remarkable and illustrates the evolution of trade between the two countries in the olive oil sector. A Dramatic......

Morocco becomes an indispensable partner for Spain in trade, industry, migration and security

Morocco has progressively strengthened its position as one of Spain’s most important partners, with bilateral relations expanding well beyond traditional trade. Economic exchanges, industrial cooperation, logistics, migration management and counterterrorism have all contributed to creating a broad network of shared interests between......

Ayyoub Bouaddi Joins Manchester City: Moroccan to Sign with Citizens for 100 Million Euros

The Ayyoub Bouaddi saga is reaching a decisive turning point. Lille and Manchester City have reached an agreement for the transfer of the young Moroccan midfielder, in a deal that could total 100 million euros, including bonuses. The news, reported this Sunday, August 23, confirms the culmination of several weeks of negotiations between the......

Sofiane Boufal is close to a return to Spain

Sofiane Boufal could be making his way back to La Liga. Free since his departure from Le Havre, the Moroccan international is reportedly being monitored by Deportivo La Corogne, which is looking to strengthen its attacking line during the summer transfer window. According to information reported by the Spanish press, the name of the 32-year-old......

2020 World Cup Final: Spain Applies Pressure While Morocco Holds Its Ambitions

The race to host the final of the 2030 World Cup is far from settled. As Spain, Morocco, and Portugal prepare to jointly host the tournament, the question of which stadium will host the final match remains particularly strategic. FIFA has confirmed the three countries as hosts of the tournament, but the precise distribution of matches and......

Spain: Heavy Rains Injure Seven and Lead to Evacuation of a Campsite in Catalonia

Torrential rains struck northeastern Spain from Friday night to Saturday. Catalonia was particularly affected, with flooding, collapses, and the evacuation of nearly 300 people from a campsite in Roda de Berà. Emergency services have increased their interventions in response to submerged roads and coastal areas. A particularly intense weather......

Ceuta: UNICEF Calls for Urgent Care for Migrant Minors

Nearly three weeks after the massive influx on July 30, the situation of unaccompanied migrant minors remains concerning in Ceuta. UNICEF warns of the presence of children still left to fend for themselves on the streets and calls for a rapid strengthening of reception, identification, and protection capacities. Children Still Outside Protection......

Spain: A New Series of Earthquakes Hits Granada

The region of Granada, in southern Spain, was once again shaken during the night from Tuesday to Wednesday. At least ten earthquakes were recorded, extending a seismic activity that emerged several days earlier and has already caused material damage as well as minor injuries. A Night Marked by Multiple Quakes The province of Granada recorded......

Morocco-Spain: Energy Dependency Becomes a Strategic Issue

Madrid has denied the existence of a plan to use gas or electricity as a means of pressure on Rabat. However, the increasing analyses in Spain discussing this hypothesis bring to the forefront a broader question: that of Morocco's energy vulnerability and the necessity to diversify its access points to international markets. Madrid Denies......

European Commission backs return of irregular migrants from Ceuta

The European Commission has expressed support for the return of people staying irregularly in Ceuta, as Spanish and Moroccan authorities work to manage the consequences of increased irregular migration to the Spanish enclave in North Africa. A European Commission spokesperson responsible for internal affairs said the immediate priority was......

Ceuta: Spain Adds 1,500 Reception Places Amid Migratory Pressure

The Spanish authorities are urgently strengthening reception capacities in Ceuta as migratory pressure continues to weigh on local systems. The Spanish Ministry of Inclusion, Social Security, and Migration plans to establish four temporary facilities to create an additional 1,500 places. The decision was made following a meeting between the......

Irregular migration to Ceuta rises 191% as Spain highlights the importance of cooperation with Morocco

Irregular migration to Ceuta has increased sharply in 2026, according to the latest figures from Spain’s Interior Ministry, placing renewed attention on the role of cooperation between Madrid and Rabat in managing migration along the western Mediterranean and North African borders. Between January 1 and August 15, Spanish authorities......

Scabies outbreak reported among Spanish troops in Ceuta amid migration tensions

A scabies outbreak has been reported among Spanish military personnel stationed in Ceuta, with at least 14 soldiers confirmed to have contracted the contagious skin condition, according to Spanish media reports. The cases emerged amid heightened pressure on the Spanish enclave following a recent increase in irregular migration. However, Spain’s......

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