A woman of Moroccan origin was killed in an attack on Abha International Airport in Saudi Arabia. The toll announced by Saudi authorities on Wednesday, October 7, was three dead and 36 injured in two attacks, in Abha and Riyadh.
A fireball crossed Morocco on October 5. Several Spanish observatories recorded its passage. A preliminary analysis puts its initial speed at 256,000 km/h, or about 71 kilometers per second.
Morocco and Harmattan AI Morocco have signed a letter of intent to acquire, develop and produce the IRIFI system in the kingdom. The French manufacturer claims it has a maximum range of 2,000 kilometers and can carry out missions autonomously after human authorization.
MoroccoMauritania is actively encouraging dialogue between Morocco and the Sahrawis to resolve the Western Sahara conflict . Nouakchott stresses the urgent need for a political solution to address the severe economic and social consequences affecting the entire Maghreb.
FranceEleven years after the seizure of seven tons of cannabis imported from Morocco, the trial of the former head of the narcotics unit opens Monday. His informant, detained in Morocco, is suspected of being the mastermind behind this “unprecedented” trafficking operation.
SportThe Grand Stadium of Marrakech will close its doors this week to begin a major restructuring ahead of the 2030 World Cup. The project includes removing the athletics track and increasing the venue’s capacity.
MoroccoIsraeli company Elbit Systems officially announced in mid-February 2026 a contract covering 30 mm combat turrets and their ammunition. Scheduled over three years, the agreement concerns the integration of the advanced UT30 MK2 system on WhAP 8x8 infantry fighting vehicles. This technology stands out for its modular design and open architecture, allowing manned or unmanned operation according to operational needs.
FranceRachid, a 39-year-old Moroccan-born truck driver, was killed in a fatal head-on collision in Libercourt. Struck by a 15-year-old teenager while he was leaving for work, he leaves behind a devastated family.
SportThe Moroccan international at Real Betis , Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, has attracted the interest of Newcastle, Aston Villa and West Ham ahead of the next summer transfer window. The Spanish club would demand between 35 and 40 million euros to release its 24-year-old winger.
SportThe Royal Moroccan Football Federation denied on Thursday rumors about the appointment of a new coach for the Atlas Lions. The body assured that it would inform the public of any official news in due course.
MoroccoThis regulatory development is based on Circular No. 6724/311 dated 17 February 2026, signed by ADII Director General Abdellatif Amrani. The document follows a 2025 decision making several Moroccan standards mandatory (NM), defining the “technical specifications, safety requirements and performance criteria” for goods.
MoroccoSince 11:30 this Thursday, several regions have been experiencing “strong wind gusts accompanied by sand or dust storms.” Placed under orange weather alert, this weather event is marked by wind speeds “ranging between 75 and 110 km/h.”
MoroccoThe UN and the United States co-chaired new negotiations on Western Sahara in Washington. Based on Morocco’s autonomy plan, these discussions mark an “encouraging” step toward a mutually acceptable solution to the conflict.