Wanted by Belgian authorities, Antwerp drug trafficker Mounir E.B., known as “Gino,” has been arrested in Morocco, according to Belgian media. Two convictions have been sent to Moroccan authorities so they can handle the case judicially in the country.
Algeria is seeking to re-establish its foothold in the Sahel, where border insecurity is compounded by rivalry with Morocco and the United Arab Emirates. A Financial Times investigation describes a government concerned that its competitors are gaining influence as its neighbors face armed groups.
Supplier to the Royal Armed Forces, Indian group MKU now plans to manufacture in Morocco. It has announced a facility in Nouaceur to produce surveillance and targeting systems, as well as ballistic protection equipment, with plans to supply African markets too.
FranceColumnist Jean-Claude Dassier sparked a heated controversy on CNews by suggesting that foreigners imprisoned in France should be “put in the Mediterranean.” His comments, targeting Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia in particular, led to a referral to Arcom.
MoroccoAs the conflict intensifies in the Middle East with the closure of several major air hubs, Morocco remains spared from travel restrictions for now, despite heightened vigilance recommended by international authorities.
SportMoroccan authorities brought 202 people before the judicial offices at the stadiums during AFCON 2025 . This record, dominated by fraud and speculation, highlights the effectiveness of coordination between the justice and security services.
SportGetafe defender, Abdelkabir Abqar , highlights the deep-rooted attachment of dual nationals to Morocco’s national team. Ahead of facing Real Madrid, the international player recalls that national identity is passed down through one’s roots, beyond the place of birth or residence.
SpainA young Spanish woman recovered her phone, stolen at Malaga airport, just before a flight to Rabat took off. The intervention of a Guardia Civil officer on board the aircraft made it possible to return the device.
MoroccoDanish shipping giant Maersk is shifting the heart of its Mediterranean operations to Morocco’s Tanger-Med port to offset the cost of European Union environmental regulations, which amounted to 316 million dollars in 2025.
BelgiumBelgium is struggling to ease prison overcrowding by transferring Moroccan prisoners to their country of origin. Diplomatic obstacles and the severity of their sentences are blocking numerous repatriation procedures, despite record pressure on the system.
FranceA plume of Saharan dust from Morocco is heading toward Spain and the United Kingdom, threatening to cause “blood rain.” This weather phenomenon is severely degrading air quality and disrupting the tourism sector.
MoroccoMorocco rose to become the world’s third-largest exporter of Brussels sprouts in 2025, shipping 32,600 tonnes. Driven by annual growth of 54%, the Kingdom is establishing itself as a key supplier to Africa and Europe.
MoroccoThe General Directorate of Taxes has published Circular No. 737 detailing the measures of the 2026 Finance Law. The document establishes the official framework for corporate income tax, personal income tax and VAT from this fiscal year onward.