Violent Clash Between Moroccan and Algerian Migrants in Ceuta Port Leaves One Critically Injured
28 February 2019
A massive brawl took place on February 27 between Moroccan and Algerian immigrants. A man was seriously injured in the head.
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Jailed Jihadists in Spain Plotted Attacks on Morocco and European Cities
28 February 2019
Moroccan terrorists detained in Spain wanted to launch major terrorist attacks in Spain and probably also in Morocco, using firearms and explosives acquired through the trade (…)
Spanish Enclaves See Surge in Moroccan Births, Sparking Citizenship Debate
27 February 2019
The increasingly important share of Moroccans in the two Spanish enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla is a major concern for political leaders, some of whom have just submitted a bill (…)
Spanish Court Grants Pensions to Both Widows of Moroccan Polygamist Veteran
27 February 2019
While polygamy is prohibited in Spain, two widows of the same man, a Moroccan, will be granted a widow’s pension by the state.
Spain Raises Ceuta Border Fence to 10 Meters Amid Migration Pressures
24 February 2019
The Spanish Ministry of the Interior announced on Saturday work to increase the height of the double fences at the Ceuta border with Morocco.
Major Drug Bust: 1.5 Tons of Moroccan Cannabis Seized in Paris Region
22 February 2019
An operation carried out on Monday by the police services in the Paris region led to the seizure of a ton and a half of cannabis originating from Morocco as well as the arrest (…)
Spain and Morocco Agree on New Migrant Return Policy at Sea
21 February 2019
Morocco and Spain have reached an agreement. Some pateras intercepted by the Spanish services at sea can be sent back to Morocco. Provided that the nearest port is not Spanish.
Former Soccer Prodigy Hachim Mastour Vanishes, Greek Club Files Legal Action
20 February 2019
The young Moroccan international Hachim Mastour has been missing for several days and has not returned to his club at the end of the winter break. This prolonged absence is (…)
Morocco Expels Dutch Journalist Investigating Illegal Immigration and Rif Region
20 February 2019
Journalist Gerbert van der Aa was expelled from Morocco on February 17 for working on articles dealing with illegal immigration and the situation in the Rif.
Europol Probes High-Speed ’Death Boats’ Used in Migrant Smuggling from Morocco
20 February 2019
An investigation has been launched by several services (European, Moroccan and Spanish security services), jointly or individually, to determine the origin of the new (…)