Israeli forces accused of targeting civilians at aid distribution sites in Gaza
Israeli forces have been implicated in the deaths of over 100 Palestinians and injuries to around 460 in the past eight days, as civilians attempted to obtain food from aid distribution points in Rafah, southern Gaza, according to reports from Gaza’s Government Media Office. Officials and eyewitnesses are alleging that Israeli forces......
Vanuatu considers revoking Andrew Tate's citizenship amid ongoing legal troubles
Vanuatu authorities are contemplating the revocation of Andrew Tate's citizenship after it was disclosed that he obtained a golden passport around the time of his 2022 arrest in Romania for serious offenses including rape and human trafficking. The self-proclaimed influencer acquired citizenship through a fast-track program that requires......
Canadian wildfires send smoke across Atlantic to Europe amid massive evacuations
A severe wildfire emergency continues to engulf western Canada, with more than 166 active fires burning across multiple provinces including Manitoba, Alberta, Ontario, and British Columbia. Manitoba has declared a state of emergency, ordering 17,000 residents to evacuate as flames advance rapidly through the region. The Canadian Armed Forces......
Madeleine McCann search resumes in Portugal as investigation enters 18th year
Searches for Madeleine McCann, who disappeared 18 years ago from an apartment complex in Praia da Luz, Portugal, have resumed. Portuguese and German authorities are focusing on disused buildings and wells in the municipality of Lagos, near Praia da Luz. The investigation Madeleine McCann was three years old when she vanished on May 3, 2007,......
Kasada seeks 2026 hotel deal in Morocco
Kasada, a hospitality investment platform, is setting its sights on a hotel deal in Morocco, as reported by Bloomberg. The company anticipates entering North Africa’s tourism industry in the first half of 2026. The report indicates that Kasada has begun taking proactive steps, including the opening of an office in Casablanca to explore......
Geert Wilders forces collapse of Dutch government, triggering calls for snap elections
Far-right populist leader Geert Wilders has ignited a political crisis in the Netherlands, forcing the collapse of the Schoof government and prompting urgent calls for snap elections. His resignation on Tuesday, as head of the Dutch government’s largest political party, has sent shockwaves through European political circles. Wilders,......
Bomb threat causes delay of Agadir-Düsseldorf flight
A bomb threat triggered panic at Agadir airport when a note indicating the presence of a bomb was found on a Condor flight from Düsseldorf. Cleaning staff discovered the message after the plane arrived, prompting immediate security protocols and a thorough search of the aircraft. The airport authorities responded swiftly, conducting......
Nigeria seeks investors for ambitious $25 billion gas pipeline to Morocco
Nigeria is actively courting international investors for the $25 billion Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline project, a strategic initiative designed to deliver natural gas to European markets. This ambitious infrastructure project spans 5,660 kilometers and aims to transport Nigerian gas via an undersea route along the West African coast to Morocco. Nigeria’s......
Boulder firebomb attack raises questions about hate, migration, and foreign policy fallout
A violent act disrupted a pro-Israel rally in Boulder, Colorado, on Sunday afternoon, sparking renewed debate over hate crimes, immigration, and the consequences of U.S. foreign policy. Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, was arrested at the scene after launching a firebomb attack on attendees of the “Run For Their Lives” event, which......
Morocco's sustainable development strategy: a roadmap for a greener future by 2035
Morocco has announced an updated national strategy for sustainable development, aimed at creating a fair and inclusive green transformation by the year 2035. Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development Leila Benali presented the revised strategy to the House of Representatives’ Committee on Infrastructure, Energy, Minerals,......
Fresh logo ushers in FIFA’s U17 Women’s World Cup era in Morocco
FIFA has revealed the official logo for the U17 Women’s World Cup, ahead of a historic new chapter that places Morocco at the heart of the tournament’s future. Starting in 2025, Morocco will host the event every year for five consecutive editions, a first in the history of the competition. The next edition introduces another landmark:......
New advanced American weapons for Morocco
The United States has agreed to supply Morocco with advanced military equipment, significantly enhancing the kingdom’s defense capabilities. This arms deal includes state-of-the-art weaponry and technology to strengthen Morocco’s strategic position in the region. The agreement reflects growing military cooperation between the......
Five reasons why Spain's housing law has failed
Spain amended its housing law two years ago to curb soaring property prices and rents. The reform aimed to regulate rent prices through a rent control index, increase taxes on landlords with vacant properties, and incentivize below-market rental rates. Since then, rental prices have risen by 24 percent between May 2023 and April 2025, according......
How unmarried couples can qualify for Spain's non-lucrative visa
Spain’s non-lucrative visa offers non-EU citizens a legal path to live in the country without working. It remains a top choice for retirees and those with passive income. But what happens when the applicants are in a long-term relationship but not legally married? Residency without employment The non-lucrative visa grants a one-year......
Spain grants citizenship via residency to over 220,000 foreigners in 2024
Spain granted residency-based citizenship to 221,805 foreigners in 2024, marking the third highest annual total since records began in 2009. Although this figure represents an 8.9 percent drop from 2023, when 243,481 people were naturalised, it confirms a sustained upward trend. The rise in successful applications is attributed largely to......