Moroccan in Italy terror plot kept in custody, deemed «dangerous»

An Italian judge has upheld the detention of the 21-year-old Italian-Moroccan arrested in Milan earlier this week on suspicion of terrorism-related offenses, ruling that he should remain in custody pending further investigation. In the order confirming his arrest, the investigating judge described the suspect as both «suggestible» and «dangerous», arguing that his personal fragility made him particularly vulnerable to radicalization while also capable of carefully

Vox tightens access to housing and benefits for foreigners in new Spain deal

In Spain, Vox continues to shape regional governing agreements by pushing key elements of its political agenda. On Wednesday, June 3, the far-right party reached a deal with the People's Party (PP) to form a new regional government in the autonomous community of Castile and León. As in previous agreements signed in Extremadura and Aragon, Vox secured the inclusion of a «national priority» policy in the governing program. In Castile and León, however, the party

PSU and FGD launch Left Alliance in Casablanca

Months of coordination between the Unified Socialist Party (PSU) and the Federation of the Democratic Left (FGD) culminated on Wednesday in Casablanca with the official launch of the «Left Alliance». Its founders said the initiative is intended to «respond to the political, economic, social and human rights challenges facing our country, challenges that threaten national sovereignty and deepen social, territorial and regional inequalities». The new alliance also says

De Mistura to visit Tindouf camps as UN seeks to revive Sahara talks

Staffan de Mistura, the UN Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy for Western Sahara, is expected to visit the Tindouf camps on June 7 and 8, where he is scheduled to meet with Polisario leaders, according to an announcement posted on social media by the movement led by Brahim Ghali. The visit is primarily intended to lay the groundwork for a possible resumption of talks on the Sahara issue. «The Polisario and Algeria want the UN to play a more visible role in this process, while

Rabat court rejects Mohamed Ziane release request

The Rabat Court of Appeal on Wednesday rejected a request for provisional release filed by the defense team of Mohamed Ziane, who is currently being held at El Arjat 1 prison, where he is serving prison sentences handed down in two separate cases. On April 8, 2026, the Criminal Appeals Chamber of the Rabat Court of Appeal sentenced Ziane, a former human rights minister, to five years in prison in a case involving the alleged embezzlement and misappropriation of funds belonging to the Moroccan

Desert locusts threaten Errachidia oases and date harvest

Just as farmers in Errachidia province were counting on a stronger agricultural season after years of drought, the return of the desert locust has raised new concerns. Swarms have been reported in several oases and farming areas, fueling fears for palm groves, crops and the livelihoods of hundreds of families who rely on agriculture in the region.

Ted Cruz warns of impact of Polisario-Iran ties on Gibraltar shipping

U.S. Republican Senator Ted Cruz has highlighted the ties between the Polisario and Iran, saying the alliance poses a threat to maritime security and international trade in the Strait of Gibraltar.

Morocco offers free flights for students taking oral exams in France

In a move aimed at supporting high-achieving students, Morocco’s Ministry of National Education, Preschool and Sports has announced that free airline tickets will be provided to candidates invited to sit oral entrance examinations for France’s leading engineering and business schools during the 2026 admissions cycle. The ministry said the initiative targets students currently enrolled in, or having completed, their second year in Morocco’s preparatory classes for grandes

Italian nurses save infant on flight to Marrakech

Two Italian nurses saved the life of a 13-month-old infant after he suffered severe respiratory arrest aboard a direct flight from the Italian city of Bergamo to Marrakech. The nurses, Riccardo Marchetto and Ilaria Valentini, intervened immediately after the cabin crew issued an emergency call when the child suddenly fell ill, according to Italian media reports. According to the available information, the infant’s family suspected he was suffering from an airway obstruction, possibly

Vueling launches new Barcelona to Fez route

Vueling has launched its new international air route between Barcelona and Fez, which will operate on Tuesdays and Saturdays until September 19. The first flight on the new route landed in Fez at 6:15 a.m., according to a statement issued by the company. With this route, Vueling expands its network of destinations in Morocco to six, connecting Barcelona with Marrakech, Tangier, Essaouira, Agadir, Nador and now Fez.