Sport
Moroccan Paratroopers Win Gold at International Army Games in Russia
The First Parachute Infantry Brigade of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) won the Gold Medal at the 2019 International Army Games, recently organized by Russia and Belarus.
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Defense - Armament
Morocco
Morocco Cracks Down on Unauthorized Drones Amid Security Concerns
The Moroccan authorities are on alert in the face of the proliferation of drones in the airspace. Aware of the danger these flying devices pose to the population and on the territory, they are taking measures to control their flight.
Morocco
US Military Prepares for 'African Lion 2020' Exercise in Morocco
The US military is gearing up for the 2020 edition of the "African Lion" exercise. To this end, meetings for the planning of this event were held from August 5 to 9, 2019, in Agadir.
Morocco
Morocco Boosts National Security with Major US Arms and Technology Purchases
Morocco is further translating its policy of securing its territory into action. To this end, this year it has made major purchases of weapons, military vehicles, security software and special training from the US government.
Belgium
Belgian Defense Ministry Sparks Controversy with Muslim Recruitment Video
In a video, the Belgian Ministry of Defense claims that any Muslim can work in this sector. The controversy is raging.
Morocco
King Mohammed VI Names Military Officer Class After Former Prime Minister Youssoufi
The "Youssoufi" promotion of the new officers with low female representation (15%) was presented on July 31, 2019. The name chosen by King Mohammed VI pays tribute to Aderrahmane Youssoufi for his sacrifices in favor of the Moroccan nation.
Morocco
Morocco Set to Acquire 24 Apache AH64 Attack Helicopters in $1.5 Billion Deal
Morocco intends to acquire 24 attack helicopters, "Apache AH64", in order to strengthen the "Abrams" tanks and, by ricochet, to solidify its air defense system.
Morocco
Morocco's King Mohammed VI: 20 Years of Balancing Tradition and Modernization
Like some French media, AFP deciphers the 20 years of King Mohammed VI’s reign. It highlights his intrinsic values, his actions, which make the Kingdom a stable country.
Morocco
US Boosts Morocco's Air Force with Two Free C-130 Hercules Transport Planes
The Royal Air Force (RAF) has something to strengthen its capabilities. Indeed, two troop transport aircraft, of the C-130 Hercules type, are added to the already quite high capabilities of the RAF.
Morocco
Morocco Trains Navy Officers on Portuguese Submarines Ahead of Potential Purchase
Before a probable acquisition of Portuguese submarines, Morocco is having its officers trained on board the machines concerned. Joao Gomes Cravinho, Portuguese Minister of Defense, has confirmed this.
Morocco
Morocco Reportedly Pursuing Submarine Acquisition, Portuguese Defense Minister Claims
Even if the information is to be taken with great caution, it nevertheless comes from a personality, even if it is the Portuguese Minister of Defense. He indeed stated that "Morocco is in the process of buying submarines". This was on Friday, July 12, 2019, in Lisbon, following talks with his Moroccan counterpart, Abdellatif Loudyi, Minister Delegate in charge of National Defense Administration.
Spain
US Approves $634 Million Missile Deal with Morocco, Boosting Air Defense Capabilities
New sophisticated "air-to-air" missiles will soon be delivered to the Royal Armed Forces (FAR). This is specified by a transaction carried out by the US Department of Defense, on behalf of the FAR, with Raytheon.