Morocco remains the European Union’s leading external supplier of watermelons. Between January and June 2026, the 27 member states imported 148,950 tonnes from the kingdom, 14% more than in the first half of 2025.
Mustafa is thinking of returning to Morocco after nearly two months in Ceuta. His parents are asking him to hold on. To help him, they send him money, clothes and food through Moroccan drivers who cross the border every day.
The first F-16 Block 72 destined for Morocco has completed its maiden flight successfully. Lockheed Martin announced the news on Tuesday, October 6: the Royal Moroccan Air Force’s new fighter is now undergoing further tests ahead of delivery.
MoroccoGreening has confirmed its withdrawal from Morocco, where it opened its first overseas office in 2013. The Spanish renewable energy group is also leaving France and preparing to exit Germany as part of a restructuring that has cut its operating costs by more than half.
FranceA Moroccan man who has lived in France since 1992 and holds a permanent contract found himself without pay after his residence documents expired . The Cergy-Pontoise Administrative Court suspended the refusal to renew his residence card and ordered the prefecture to restore his right to work.
MoroccoTaghazout is among the ten destinations highlighted by Canadian platform FlightHub in its 2026 annual report. The village near Agadir joins London, Seoul and Tahiti thanks to a travel experience centred on surfing, the outdoors and a laid-back pace.
SpainTwo Moroccans held since late August on suspicion of theft in Ceuta have been acquitted. At the hearing, testimony about payments demanded for staying at the complainant’s home led the judge to refer information about her for a possible investigation.
SpainA retired Spanish colonel has proposed charging vessels to cross the Strait of Gibraltar, with the revenue going to Ceuta and Melilla. In an analysis published on October 5, he also called for stronger surveillance in response to what he sees as Morocco challenging Spanish influence .
WorldThe Houthis have warned airlines that Saudi airspace could become a theater of military operations. The threat also matters to travelers departing from Morocco, particularly Royal Air Maroc customers and pilgrims preparing for Umrah.
WorldA widow living in Morocco had received a Dutch benefit since January 2000. When she reached retirement age, the payments stopped and no pension took their place. She took her case to the Supreme Court but failed to prevail.
MoroccoLa Mamounia takes first place in Condé Nast Traveler’s Moroccan ranking for the Readers’ Choice Awards 2026. With 99.65 points, the Marrakech palace narrowly beats Mandarin Oriental. Four Seasons Casablanca completes the podium.
MoroccoDrones for surveillance, munitions for attacks and systems to protect aircraft: Elbit has detailed the equipment it will present at the Marrakech Air Show . The Israeli defense company is taking part in the show for the first time. It will be held from 7 to 10 October.
MoroccoMorocco could serve as a backup for the 2027 Dakar Rally if tensions in the Middle East prevent it from being held in Saudi Arabia. An eight-stage race is being considered as Fernando Alonso prepares to return to the event.