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Dutch-Moroccan Man Wanted for Drug Trafficking Arrested at Spanish Border
The Spanish police arrested at the Ceuta (Tarajal) border post a Dutch national of Moroccan origin wanted by Interpol for drug trafficking.
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Spain Bolsters Military Presence in Melilla Amid Territorial Tensions
Spain has deployed units in Melilla to carry out surveillance and deterrence missions aimed at ensuring the security and defense of the autonomous city in the face of Morocco’s persistent claims.
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EU Probes Spain's Tax Treatment of Foreign Property Owners
The European Commission is examining a complaint filed on March 19 against Spain, accused of fiscal discrimination against foreign owners renting out real estate. Moroccans (non-residents) owning real estate in Spain are affected.
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Andalusia Grapples with Surge in 'Poor Man's Drug' from Morocco
Andalusia is under the grip of karkoubi or "drug of the poor". The health and police authorities of the Spanish autonomous community express concerns about the spread of this Moroccan drug composed of hashish and clonazepam.
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Truck Driver Faces Heavy Fine for 20-Hour Non-Stop Journey Across Europe
The Civil Guard intercepted on the A-381 (Cádiz) a truck driver who drove for more than 20 hours straight from Belgium to Morocco. He could pay a fine of around 5,000 euros for this offense.
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Moroccan-Made Dacia Sandero Tops European Car Sales in Early 2025
The Spaniards have voted for the Dacia Sandero, produced in Morocco. Due to its affordable price, this car was the best-selling in Spain in 2024 and at the beginning of 2025.
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Spanish Court Rules Algerian Migrant's Expulsion to Morocco Unlawful
The High Court of Justice of Andalusia (TSJA) has confirmed the "nullity" of the return by the Moroccan authorities of an Algerian migrant who was trying to reach Ceuta by swimming.
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Spanish Drug Kingpin's Right-Hand Man Sought in Morocco
Jesús Heredia, alias el Pantoja, right-hand man and trusted man of the "Messi of hashish", is wanted by the judicial authorities of Ceuta for his alleged involvement in several cases of hashish trafficking.
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Spain-Morocco Tensions Flare Over Tiny Disputed Island in 2002 Crisis
Spain and Morocco experienced a major crisis in 2002 with the invasion of the Perejil (Leila) islet by Moroccan soldiers and the firm response of the Spanish army. A look back at these nine days of tension between the two neighboring countries that maintain historical ties of friendship and cooperation.
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Spain Urges Citizens to Prepare Emergency Kits Amid European Security Concerns
Faced with the probability of a war in Europe, the European Commission recommends that European citizens have a survival kit that can allow them, in the event of crises, to take care of themselves without external assistance for at least 72 hours. Fearing an annexation of Ceuta and Melilla by Morocco, Spain approves this measure.
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Spain Fears Potential Moroccan Attack on Ceuta and Melilla Enclaves
In recent years, Morocco has constantly claimed the autonomous cities of Ceuta and Melilla. The two Spanish enclaves have been at the heart of tensions between the two countries. Spain is increasingly fearing an armed attack by Morocco to recover these territories.
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Wealthy Foreign Investors Drive Madrid's Luxury Real Estate Boom
The luxury rental market in Madrid has seen strong growth in recent years. Many Moroccans own these luxury homes, with monthly rents reaching 25,000 euros in some neighborhoods of the Spanish capital.