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Moroccan authorities prevented a coordinated attempt to breach the border into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta. The incident, prompted by social media calls, led to arrests and heightened security measures.
Israel's current approach inadvertently aligns with Iran's strategy of constant pressure. A new multi-faceted plan is needed, involving Gaza, Lebanon, and the West Bank, to effectively counter Iran's long-term tactics.
Torrential rains in southern Morocco resulted in devastating floods, killing at least 18 people and leaving four missing. The disaster caused extensive damage to infrastructure and affected multiple provinces.
A migrant vessel capsized near Senegal, resulting in casualties. The incident underscores the dangers of the Atlantic migration route to Europe, amid increasing attempts and stricter border controls.
Unusual torrential rains in Morocco and Algeria caused fatal flooding, destroying homes and infrastructure. The disaster affected regions still recovering from last year's earthquake in Morocco.
A year post-earthquake, Morocco's High Atlas villages struggle with reconstruction delays and inadequate living conditions. Government promises $12 billion for rebuilding, but residents face bureaucratic hurdles and uneven aid distribution.
Morocco intensifies efforts against illegal migration, stopping over 45,000 crossings and dismantling 177 trafficking gangs since January. Increasing pressure linked to Sahel instability prompts shift to riskier Atlantic routes.
Spanish authorities report thousands of migrants attempting to enter Ceuta from Morocco. The small enclave faces "extreme migratory pressure" as arrivals in 2024 significantly surpass previous year's figures.
A sailboat was rammed by orcas off northwestern Spain, damaging its rudder. During the rescue operation, a crew member was seriously injured. This incident adds to a series of similar encounters in the region.
Dozens of migrants attempted to enter Ceuta from Morocco, taking advantage of foggy conditions. Spanish authorities intercepted many at Tarajal beach, highlighting ongoing migration challenges at EU-Africa borders.
A UK-based matrimonial app organized an unprecedented gathering in Lahore, Pakistan, challenging traditional matchmaking norms. The event attracted around 100 participants, sparking discussions on evolving marriage practices in the conservative Islamic nation.
Spanish authorities anticipate a surge of African migrants to the Canary Islands, with up to 150,000 expected this year. The archipelago, already struggling with over 20,000 arrivals, calls for support and legal changes.
Morocco's king pardons 5,000 linked to illegal cannabis. Move aims to boost legal cultivation, part of 2021 reform allowing medical and industrial use. First legal harvest yielded 294 tons in 2023.
France's support for Morocco's Western Sahara autonomy plan strains relations with Algeria. The move could reshape regional dynamics and influence other nations' stances on the long-standing dispute.
France endorses Morocco's autonomy proposal for Western Sahara, leading to diplomatic tensions with Algeria. The move could reshape regional dynamics and influence other nations' stances on the long-standing dispute.
France endorses Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara, aligning with Western allies. Algeria withdraws ambassador in protest, highlighting ongoing regional tensions over the disputed territory.