The number of irregular border crossings into the European Union dropped by 42% in the first nine months of 2024, according to data released on October 15 by the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, Frontex. The agency estimated that 166,000 irregular entries occurred during that period. Significant declines were seen on the Western Balkan and Central Mediterranean routes, with decreases of 79% and 64%, respectively, Frontex reported. However, while some routes experienced drops in
The Casablanca Court of Appeals judge ordered Jonathan Harroch, owner of the gym franchise City Club group, to be detained at Ain Sebaa Oukacha prison early Wednesday morning. Harroch is accused of human trafficking, exploiting vulnerable women for prostitution, possessing and using hard drugs, and inciting prostitution. During a lengthy interrogation, the judge dropped a bad check charge after Harroch reached an agreement with the check owners. Harroch was arrested on Saturday with 2.5 grams
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune claimed that his country respects and adheres to Security Council decisions regarding the Sahara issue. However, Algeria has already declined the Council’s invitation to participate in roundtable discussions and the census of the Tindouf camps, undermining its stance on cooperation with UN resolutions.
French arms manufacturers are keen to take advantage of President Emmanuel Macron's backing for the Moroccan Sahara. As Macron prepares for his upcoming state visit to the Kingdom, they are hoping for a significant re-entry into the Moroccan market. According to La Tribune on Tuesday, October 15, «two major projects are under serious negotiation—helicopters and submarines». «Airbus Helicopters is in talks with Morocco over a substantial order for Caracals, which could
The Spanish government wants to bring Morocco and Algeria together at the next session of NATO foreign ministers, scheduled for the end of the year. Iberian media report that Madrid has also proposed inviting Israel, Jordan, Mauritania, Tunisia, and Egypt. The Spanish initiative seeks to encourage the dialogue launched in recent years with partners outside NATO. The final declaration of the military organization's July 2024 summit in Washington, D.C., stated in Resolution 32 that
On October 14 and 15, the foreign ministers of South Africa and Namibia held a new session of their political dialogue in the Namibian city of Swakopmund. In a joint statement, the two countries «welcomed the decision of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) on October 4, 2024, that the European Commission had breached the right to self-determination of the people of Western Sahara when 2019 it concluded trade deals with Morocco that also cover products from Western
During the reign of Hassan II, the Green March was a turning point in history of the Moroccan political scene. The initiative, announced on the 16th of October 1975, had clearly strengthened the sovereign’s power. Consequently, the opposition in the country offered to engage in the democratic process by abandoning the armed struggle.
Tourism professionals in Marrakech express concerns over unverified service providers on GetYourGuide, noting that it affects competition and the overall quality of tourism experiences. They suggest that improved verification processes and stronger collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism could help maintain standards and protect both tourists and professionals.
On the eve of his briefing to the Security Council, Staffan de Mistura has submitted a report to the UN Secretary-General detailing his latest efforts to restart negotiations between the parties involved. Tomorrow, during a closed session, the UN mediator will orally present a summary of his observations on diplomatic developments in the Sahara since the adoption of Resolution 2703 on October 30, 2023. The members of the UN executive body will also review Antonio Guterres' report on October
Jordanian YouTuber Joe Hattab recently commented on his videos documenting his trip to Algeria, made in May 2023. In one of his two videos dedicated to this visit, the vlogger discussed the Moroccan-Algerian border, as well as the cultural influence of Morocco on Western Algeria. Invited on the podcast «بدون ورق», he revealed that he had to delete the video from his platforms after receiving a call from the Algerian ambassador to the United Arab Emirates. According
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