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Schengen Dreams Get Pricier as EU Visa Fees Soar

In a move set to impact travelers worldwide, the European Union has announced plans to increase short-stay Schengen visa fees by 12%. Taking effect from June 11th, this decision has stirred the travel industry, adding another layer of expense to the dream of experiencing Europe’s cultural tapestry. The......

Mondelez Fined by EU for Anti-Competitive Practices

In a significant move against anti-competitive behavior, the European Union (EU) has imposed a hefty fine of €337.5 million (approximately $367 million) on Mondelez International, the American food and beverage giant responsible for renowned brands like Lu, Oreo, Milka, and Toblerone. The penalty......

Ceuta-Morocco Border Corridor Undergoes Comprehensive Upgrade with €3.5 Million EU Grant

In a bid to enhance safety and optimize traffic flow, the access road connecting Ceuta, Spain, to the Moroccan border will undergo a comprehensive €3.5 million (37.7 million dirhams) upgrade. This project, funded by the European Union's Recovery, Transformation, and Resilience Plan, aims to......

EU Inspects Facebook and Instagram's Potential Addictive Nature on Children

In a groundbreaking move, the European Union has launched an investigation into Facebook and Instagram, scrutinizing whether the platforms are excessively addictive and potentially harmful to the "physical and mental health" of children. This inquiry marks a significant step in addressing concerns......

Morocco and the EU Join Forces to Cultivate a Sustainable Agricultural Future

In a significant step toward fostering a greener agricultural sector, Morocco and the European Union (EU) have signed a €4 million collaboration agreement known as "Ibtikar." This landmark pact, finalized on Tuesday in the historic city of Meknes, promises to revolutionize agricultural......

Iran Condemns EU's Sanctions After Retaliatory Strike on Israel

Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian has strongly criticized the European Union's recent decision to impose sanctions on Tehran following its direct attack on Israel earlier this month. Amirabdollahian used digital platforms to voice his disapproval, arguing that the EU's swift......

Fisheries Deal Dilemma: EU Braces for Potential Fallout with Morocco

Spain's Minister of Agriculture, Luis Planas, recently addressed the ongoing tension surrounding the fisheries agreement between the European Union (EU) and Morocco. Planas asserted that the EU is prepared to navigate any scenario that may arise from the contentious issue. The minister's remarks......

EU-Morocco Fisheries Deal: A Blow to Polisario's Legitimacy Amid Premature Celebrations

In a rush to claim victory, the Polisario Front has prematurely celebrated a legal advisor's recommendation to the European Court of Justice regarding the EU-Morocco fisheries agreement. However, this celebration appears to be premature, as the recommendation is merely a suggestion and not a final......

Tomato Takeover: How Morocco Seized the Second Spot in the EU's Tomato Trade

Morocco has officially surpassed Spain to become the European Union's second-largest supplier of tomatoes. According to a recent report from industry group Hortoinfo utilizing Eurostat trade data, Morocco exported nearly 492 million kilograms of tomatoes to the EU in 2023, slightly edging out Spain's......