US warns Algeria of potential sanctions over Russian fighter jet purchase

Robert Palladino, Senior Bureau Official for the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs (NEA), has warned that Washington could impose sanctions on Algeria over its purchase of Russian fighter jets. Speaking before the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Palladino responded to a question on the possibility of sanctions linked to Algeria’s acquisition of Russian-made aircraft, saying, «we also have seen those media reports, and they're concerning». He

Loukkos River: A flood risk rooted in history

For centuries, the Loukkos River has been both a lifeline and a recurring threat, causing repeated floods that have shaped settlements from ancient Lixus to modern Ksar El Kebir. Despite river diversions and dams, major floods have continued into the 20th and 21st centuries, showing that the risk has never fully disappeared.

Adverse weather: Tetouan vigilance committee sets up emergency hotline

The Regional Vigilance Committee of Tetouan Province announced that it has made a dedicated emergency phone number (05.39.99.78.58) available to citizens, allowing them to contact the monitoring and field intervention unit as part of measures to manage the weather disturbances expected on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, in line with the issued weather alert bulletin. Local authorities in Tetouan Province have been implementing a series of proactive measures and intensified field operations since

Tetouan authorities evacuate residents ahead of expected floods

This Tuesday morning, February 3rd, at 8:00 AM, local authorities in the Tetouan region initiated the evacuation of residents from several flood-threatened areas to designated shelters. This action is part of a series of proactive measures in anticipation of the expected weather disturbances on Wednesday, February 4th. A source from the Tetouan provincial administration informed Yabiladi that the evacuation efforts focused on the neighborhoods of Kouilma, Sidi El Bahrouri, and Nassim Touibla.

Morocco in the Guinness World Records #1 : From the smallest festival to the oldest jewelry

The Guinness World Records is filled with numerous individual and group records that have been set in Morocco. These achievements span across cultural, sports, artistic, and heritage fields. Here are some of these records.

Evacuations underway in Ksar El-Kebir as Loukkos River levels rise

In anticipation of exceptional weather conditions and rising water levels in the Loukkos River, local authorities in Ksar El-Kebir have begun evacuating residents from shelters that were opened in the city. Displaced families are being transferred to safe locations as part of accelerated precautionary measures aimed at preventing potential risks. Zineb Simo, municipal councilor in Ksar El-Kebir and an MP for the Tangier–Tetouan–Al Hoceima region, told Yabiladi that local

Melilla fears economic slowdown as Nador port nears launch

Melilla is on edge about the potential impact of increased competition from the Nador West Med Port, as construction progresses and preparations for a new border crossing in Nador are underway. In this climate of uncertainty, Melilla's government spokesperson, Fadela Mohatar, has launched a scathing critique of the Spanish government, accusing it of neglecting the city's economic interests amid Morocco's rapid development. Mohatar, a member of the People's Party, labeled the central

Moroccan Federation to appeal CAF disciplinary rulings after Africa Cup final incidents

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) announced that it has decided to appeal the rulings issued by the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) Disciplinary Board concerning the incidents that occurred during the Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal on Sunday, January 18, 2026. In a statement, the Federation said that the sanctions imposed do not reflect the seriousness of the events, stressing that the decision to appeal stems from its commitment to

After Glovo, the Competition Council calls for greater regulation of the digital market

During its annual meeting with the media, the Competition Council chose to revisit the Glovo case, marking a turning point in the regulation of digital platforms in Morocco. In response to the platform's business practices, significant commitments have been approved, paving the way for more proactive regulation of digital markets.

Ceuta border fence damaged after storms, warns Spain's Civil Guard association

The Unified Association of the Spanish Civil Guard (AUGC) has sounded the alarm over the deteriorating condition of the border fence in Ceuta, warning that recent storms have caused serious damage to the structure. According to the association, sections of the double fence separating the city from Morocco are now in a «near-collapse» state. AUGC cautioned that the fence’s current condition poses major security risks, noting that migrants can scale it in less than 30 seconds,