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Morocco’s evolving African policy: unity, strategy, and resilience

Morocco’s relationship with Africa has been a journey of unity, fragmentation, and strategic choices, shaped by history, diplomacy, and resilience. Over decades, the country has balanced its African identity with calculated decisions, navigating complex political landscapes and striving for regional......

Geopolitical Implications of Digital Cartography: Google Maps and Name Disputes

The influence of political decisions on digital platforms has reached new heights with recent changes announced by Google Maps, reflecting a shift in how geographical names are presented. Following an executive order from U.S. President Donald Trump, Google Maps will rename the Gulf of Mexico to the......

Global natural gas consumption hits record in 2024

Global natural gas consumption reached a historic high in 2024, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA), which anticipates a "tight" market in 2025. The world consumed 115 billion cubic meters more natural gas than in 2023, a 2.8% increase, well above the average growth rate of 2%......

Europe faces risk of marginalization if it fails to counter Trump’s policies, warns French PM

France and Europe could face domination, marginalization, and a loss of global influence if they fail to respond effectively to the policies of Donald Trump, French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou declared on Monday, just ahead of the U.S. president’s inauguration.   Speaking in the southwestern......

CIA unveils detailed map of Morocco ahead of Trump’s inauguration, reaffirming US stance on Sahara

In a significant move on the eve of Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration on January 20, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) released a comprehensive map of Morocco, prominently featuring the Saharan provinces. This release underscores the United States’ continued recognition of Moroccan......

Morocco halts sand extraction near Algerian border amid escalating tensions

Morocco’s Ministry of Interior has suspended sand extraction operations in the “Zone Zero” region along its northeastern border with Algeria, citing concerns that the activities have disrupted natural border markers. The decision, reported by local media, underscores the ongoing sensitivity......

Moderate global growth predicted for 2025-2026 amid economic challenges

According to a report released on Thursday by the World Bank, global economic growth is projected to be moderate in 2025 and 2026, with an expected growth rate of 2.7%. This aligns with the anticipated growth for 2024. Additionally, emerging economies are expected to experience a 4% growth rate during......

A Year in Satellite Images: Key Moments from 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, satellite imagery has once again played a pivotal role in providing critical insights and documentation of major global events. From natural disasters to geopolitical shifts, the OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) team has relied on satellite data, videos, and publicly available......

Russia and Morocco: A Strategic Partnership in the Face of Geopolitical Challenges

Russia has expressed its appreciation for the strategic partnership with Morocco, a country it considers a "friend" and key ally in the region. Russian diplomacy has particularly highlighted Morocco's balanced stance on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, reinforcing the depth and importance......