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Russian President Vladimir Putin dismissed escalating Western rhetoric about possible conflict, accusing European leaders of fueling “hysteria” and spreading “falsehoods” over Moscow’s intentions. His comments come amid growing military coordination among European nations along the bloc’s eastern boundary,......

Rabat, Morocco — Morocco’s General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) has provided an update on the ongoing severe weather conditions affecting several parts of the country, highlighting potential risks and urging heightened vigilance. According to the DGM, the current winter weather episode is marked by intense rainfall and......

Ukraine has intensified its drone campaign against Russian energy assets, launching a large-scale overnight assault that struck key oil facilities across the Krasnodar and Rostov regions. The coordinated attack marked one of Kyiv’s most far-reaching operations this winter, directly targeting Moscow’s fuel production and logistics......

Prague, Czech Republic — The newly formed coalition government in the Czech Republic has announced its rejection of the European Union’s Pact on Migration and Asylum, signaling a tougher stance on migration policy under Prime Minister Andrej Babiš. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Babiš said his government......

The United States is preparing new sanctions against Russia’s energy sector in case President Vladimir Putin rejects the latest peace proposal aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. According to reports, the measures would target a network of vessels and intermediaries involved in transporting Russian oil outside Western restrictions, signaling......

Shares of Chinese semiconductor firm MetaX Integrated Circuits recorded an exceptional surge on their first day of trading in Shanghai, reflecting strong investor enthusiasm for China’s ambitions in artificial intelligence and technological self-reliance. Listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange’s Star Market, a board dedicated to......

Belgium’s federal government has approved nearly $30 million in funding to expand and modernize police CCTV networks nationwide, with a strong focus on Brussels and Antwerp. The move comes as authorities seek to strengthen the fight against rising drug-related crime and improve overall public security. Interior Minister Bernard Quintin......

ACWA Power and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have signed a $5 billion framework agreement aimed at accelerating large-scale projects in the energy and water sectors across Africa. The deal, finalized during the Africa Investment Forum in Rabat, underscores the urgent need to address Africa’s energy and water deficits while fostering......

The city of Safi is facing growing concern after exceptionally severe floods caused significant human and material losses. The disaster resulted in dozens of fatalities and widespread damage to public infrastructure and private property, prompting civil society organizations and political parties to call for Safi to be officially declared......

Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM) has opted to keep its key interest rate at 2.25%, citing Morocco’s subdued inflation and firm economic growth as reasons for maintaining monetary stability. The decision was announced during the central bank’s final quarterly board meeting of 2025, held in Rabat. Low inflation and economic recovery Inflation......

The United Kingdom has reached an agreement with the European Union to rejoin the Erasmus+ student exchange program starting in 2027. The UK had left the program at the end of 2020 following Brexit, but the new deal marks a significant step in restoring educational ties with the EU. British Minister for EU Relations, Nick Thomas-Symonds,......

Morocco has solidified its position as a key contributor to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, with sixteen elements recognized worldwide. The most recent addition, in December 2025, celebrates the Moroccan Caftan, underscoring the country’s commitment to preserving its rich and diverse cultural legacy. Since 2008, Morocco......

Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM) has projected Morocco’s economic growth to hit 5% in 2025, driven by robust non-agricultural activity and a recovery in agriculture. The central bank presented this outlook during its final quarterly board meeting in Rabat. Growth is expected to remain solid in the medium term, averaging 4.5% through 2026 and 2027,......