Morocco
Fireball Recorded Over Morocco at 256,000 km/h
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.
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Spain
Morocco
Morocco supplies 42% of the EU’s imported watermelons as Spanish growers warn of price pressure
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.
Spain
Moroccan Parents Send Son Money, Clothes and Food to Keep Him in Ceuta
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.
Morocco
Spanish renewables group Greening exits Morocco and France
Greening 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.
Spain
Two Moroccans acquitted of theft in Ceuta as judge refers complainant for possible investigation
Two 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.
Spain
Retired Spanish Colonel Calls for Gibraltar Strait Toll to Benefit Ceuta and Melilla
A 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 .
World
EU boosts drone funding and seeks deeper cooperation with Morocco on migration
Brussels is adding 130 million euros to funding for drones and anti-drone systems to strengthen its borders. The European Union also wants to speed up the return of foreigners without the right to stay and expand cooperation with several countries, including Morocco.
France
Morocco Outperforms Portugal and Turkey as French Travel Market Slows
Departures to Morocco sold by French travel agencies fell by 3.7% in September. That decline was far smaller than the drops of more than 20% for Portugal and Turkey, as the travel market remained weak.
Morocco
Morocco Gets More for Food Exports as Import Costs Ease Slightly
Moroccan food exports are fetching higher values than last year. In the second quarter of 2026, their average value per unit rose by 16.2%. Meanwhile, the average value of food products bought abroad edged down.
Morocco
Morocco’s New Casablanca Shipyard Is Built, but Its Future Is Unclear
The infrastructure for the new shipyard in Casablanca is complete, but operations have yet to begin. After several delays, the process to select a concessionaire for a 30-year term has reportedly been cancelled. Morocco is reviewing how to manage this strategic facility.
Morocco
Morocco’s appeal to Spanish companies goes well beyond low wages
Production costs no longer suffice to explain Spanish companies’ interest in Morocco. Its factories, logistics links and export markets now also factor into their investment decisions, according to an analysis published in Spain on Sunday.
Sport
Spanish presenter questions why Spain fears Morocco over 2030 World Cup final
Matías Prats Jr. does not understand Spain’s concern about Morocco. In an interview published on Sunday, the sports presenter faulted Madrid for assuming the 2030 World Cup final was already secured while Rabat was making its case.