Macron enforces tougher stance on Algeria amid worsening diplomatic ties
France takes decisive measures to safeguard national interests French President Emmanuel Macron has unveiled a firm policy shift towards Algeria, citing its lack of cooperation and escalating diplomatic tensions. In an exclusive letter published by Le Figaro, Macron instructed Prime Minister François Bayrou and his government to adopt......
Algeria ends visa deal with France, deepening diplomatic rift
Algeria retaliates against France’s suspension of visa exemption Algeria announced on Thursday the termination of a bilateral agreement on visa exemptions for holders of diplomatic and service passports, escalating tensions with France. The decision follows France’s move to suspend the same agreement, which had facilitated high-level......
Morocco leads African retirement destinations with affordable living and streamlined visas
Morocco shines in global retirement rankings Morocco has been ranked among the world’s top retirement destinations, securing 24th place out of 44 countries in the 2025 Global Retirement Report by Global Citizen Solutions. The North African nation also stands out as one of the top five retirement destinations in Africa, surpassing countries......
Morocco sees 11.6 million tourist arrivals by July, up 16%
Morocco welcomed 11.6 million tourists by the end of July 2025, marking a 16% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Tourism. The surge highlights the country’s continuing appeal as a global travel destination. Growth driven by Moroccan diaspora The ministry attributed much of the growth to the......
Morocco-Europe shipping route revolutionizes fresh produce logistics
European logistics company Samskip has introduced the Moroccan Reefer Service (MRS), a new weekly maritime line connecting Agadir and Casablanca directly to Thamesport in the UK and Rotterdam in the Netherlands. The service offers a faster, more sustainable alternative for transporting fresh produce from Morocco to Northern Europe. Faster......
UM6P spearheads pan-African initiative to drive Africa’s transformation
University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P), in partnership with key organizations, has launched "Lead," a pan-African initiative aimed at advancing Africa's growth by fostering public policy excellence and institutional development. A collaborative effort for change The initiative, hosted at UM6P’s Rabat campus, brings......
Israeli lobbyist’s campaign challenges Moroccan diplomatic sovereignty
A recent article published on JFEED, a platform focused on "Israel and the Jewish world," has sparked controversy, accusing Morocco’s ambassador to the United States, Youssef El Amrani, and his wife, Asma Lamrabet, of anti-Semitism and alleged diplomatic failures. The piece, authored by Mustapha Ezzarghani, founder of the Moroccan-Israeli......
Morocco partners with Aciturri to produce electric aircraft for urban mobility
Vertical Aerospace has announced a collaboration with Spanish aerospace company Aciturri Aerostructures to manufacture airframes for its VX4 electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The partnership leverages Aciturri’s production facility in Morocco and aims to advance sustainable urban air mobility while strengthening......
Spain lifts blood donation ban on Brits over 'mad cow disease' concerns
Spain has officially lifted a decades-long blood donation ban on British nationals and former UK residents who lived in the country during the mad cow disease outbreak. The decision marks a turning point in the country’s public health policy, coming nearly 30 years after the crisis. Easing restrictions after decades The Spanish Health......
Trump demands Intel CEO's resignation over Chinese investments
U.S. President Donald Trump has called for the immediate resignation of Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan, labeling him "highly conflicted" due to his extensive ties to Chinese firms. The demand raises questions about Intel's leadership as the company navigates a strategic overhaul amidst mounting challenges. Allegations of Chinese military......
Lebanese president reaffirms state's control over weapons amid Hezbollah opposition
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has pledged to bring all weapons under state control, a move aimed at reducing the influence of armed factions such as Hezbollah. Aoun acknowledged the challenges ahead but expressed confidence in achieving this goal. “Exclusive control of weapons will be achieved despite the difficulties and obstacles,”......
US ramps up third-country deportations amid legal and human rights concerns
The United States has intensified its diplomatic efforts to deport migrants to third countries, targeting nations willing to accept individuals whose home countries refuse to repatriate them. Rwanda, Eswatini, and South Sudan are among the countries now cooperating with the U.S. on these controversial agreements, despite criticism from human......
Netanyahu pushes for full Gaza takeover despite internal divisions
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is seeking security cabinet approval for a phased military plan to seize full control of the Gaza Strip, a move that could displace up to one million Palestinians over the next five months. The proposal, reported by Israeli media, includes a military offensive targeting Gaza City and central refugee......
Morocco stands alone in delivering direct humanitarian aid to Gaza
Morocco has emerged as the only country to deliver humanitarian aid directly to Gaza, providing critical relief to Palestinians amidst a worsening humanitarian crisis. On July 30, His Majsty King Mohammed VI ordered the dispatch of nearly 180 tons of emergency supplies, including food, medical aid, and shelter materials. This unprecedented......
Donald Trump imposes 100% tariffs on imported chips and semiconductors
Major tariff hike targets global tech supply chains US President Donald Trump announced plans to impose 100% tariffs on imported chips and semiconductors, a move poised to reshape the global technology landscape. Speaking from the White House on August 6, Trump stated, "We will implement significant tariffs on chips and semiconductors—around......