Moroccan Immigrants Lead Surge in Spanish Citizenship as Naturalization Process Speeds Up
26 December 2022
In 2021, some 42,000 Moroccans became Spanish citizens, thus becoming one of the first communities in the country to obtain it.
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Teenage Migrant’s Body Repatriated to Morocco After Fatal Ceuta Border Crossing Attempt
25 December 2022
The body of the young Nawfal, who died while trying to cross Ceuta, was repatriated to Morocco to be buried there. After verifying his full identity, the local government (…)
Spanish Police Bust Migrant Smuggling Ring in Melilla, Arrest Six
22 December 2022
The Spanish Civil Guard has arrested six people in Melilla suspected of having links with an organization specializing in irregular immigration based in Nador.
Spanish Police Under Investigation for Alleged Assault on Moroccan Soccer Fans in Ceuta
13 December 2022
The national police have opened an investigation after the violence exerted by the police on three women celebrating in the streets of Ceuta the victory of Morocco over (…)
Police Brutality Investigation Launched in Ceuta After World Cup Celebration Incident
12 December 2022
Following the celebration of Morocco’s victory over Portugal, three women would have been assaulted by police officers in Ceuta. The authorities of the city have decided to (…)
Spain Defends Expulsion of Moroccan Imam Accused of Jihadist Indoctrination
10 December 2022
The Spanish government has spoken out on the expulsion of Mohamed Said Badaoui, accused of jihadist indoctrination and a threat to national security.
Passengers Flee After Morocco-Turkey Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Barcelona
7 December 2022
While a plane from Casablanca bound for Istanbul had just made an emergency landing at Barcelona airport, nearly thirty passengers fled.
Spanish Police Bust Drug Ring Using Fake Ukraine Aid Convoy to Smuggle Cannabis
7 December 2022
The Spanish Civil Guard has dismantled a large drug trafficking network transporting a "fake humanitarian convoy" to Ukraine. It seized nearly 800,000 euros worth of cannabis (…)
Spanish Soldiers Recall Harsh Realities of Mandatory Service in Morocco
5 December 2022
Before the suspension of compulsory military service in Spain, Morocco was considered the worst destination for Spanish soldiers.
World Cup Clash: Spain vs. Morocco Stirs Excitement in Ceuta and Melilla
5 December 2022
The round of 16 match between Spain and Morocco at the World Cup will be experienced in a special way in Ceuta and Melilla, where many Moroccans live.