American sources have denied the information published a few weeks ago by the Financial Times, according to which Washington is considering transferring its naval base from Rota (Cadiz) to Morocco.
The multi-mission frigate (FREMM) Mohammed VI conducted maneuvers in the Mediterranean with the French Navy’s carrier strike group (GAN) led by the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle. This combat vessel is currently docked at the naval base in Toulon.
In crisis with its neighbors, namely Morocco and Mali, Algeria adopts a law on general mobilization to prepare for potential alert situations.
President Donald Trump is reportedly considering reducing his military presence in Europe, particularly at the Rota naval base in Spain, and strengthening his defense cooperation with Morocco.
Morocco is continuing to strengthen the operational capabilities of the Royal Moroccan Air Force (FRA). In this regard, the kingdom has acquired new AH-64E Apache helicopters, the pinnacle of American military technology.
Morocco’s air defense strategy relies on a multi-layered architecture integrating technologies from China, France, Israel, and the United States. This approach, developed over more than a decade, aims to provide the kingdom with advanced capabilities to respond to perceived threats in the region and ensure the protection of its airspace.
India will send defense attachés to 20 countries in Africa, South America, and Southeast Asia, including Algeria, Morocco, and Ethiopia, to help sell weapons.
Washington approved on Tuesday the sale of 600 portable Stinger anti-aircraft missiles to Morocco for an amount of 825 million dollars (730 million euros).
American manufacturer Lockheed Martin has announced the supply of F-16 fighter jets to Morocco, as well as Patriots and other long-range air defense systems.
Uncertainties surround Algeria’s participation as an observer member in the African Lion 2025 military maneuvers alongside countries like Israel and Morocco.
Morocco is gradually but surely establishing itself in the African skies. This is evidenced by the number of military aircraft at its disposal.
The Spanish army has deployed a tactical sub-group of the regular army group to carry out a reconnaissance and surveillance mission in sensitive areas of Melilla, not far from Morocco.