At least 10 soldiers killed in jihadist attack on army camp in central Mali

Colombia Freezes SADR Recognition After ‘Sovereign Review,’ Reaffirms Morocco’s Territorial Sovereignty

Colombia on Monday reaffirmed its recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over its entire territory, including the Sahara, while announcing the suspension of its recognition of the self-proclaimed Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR). In a statement, Colombia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the decision followed a “sovereign review” of the recognition granted by the previous government, highlighting ...

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17:00 Et August 10, 2026

Morocco, Spain step up preparations amid fears of new Ceuta migrant influx on August 15

Morocco and Spain are stepping up security preparations around Ceuta amid growing concerns ...

Morocco coordinates Gaza security arrangements ahead of Israeli military withdrawal

A Moroccan military delegation is currently coordinating arrangements for the entry of international ...

Kharja: Europe attacks Infantino to protect its dominance, while Figo is “shameful” and the last to lecture on money and selfishness

Former Morocco international Houssine Kharja, who serves as an adviser to FIFA President ...

Moroccan Rights Group Urges Spain to Act Over Humanitarian Situation in Ceuta

The Moroccan Organization for Human Rights (OMDH) has issued an urgent appeal over ...

Saudi-Houthi Escalation Threatens to Shatter Yemen Truce, Open New Regional Front

A growing confrontation between Saudi Arabia and the Iranian-backed Houthis is threatening to unravel the fragile truce that has largely ...

UK, France brace for fifth heat wave as extreme temperatures grip Europe

The United Kingdom and France are bracing for the fifth heat wave of the summer, adding to a prolonged spell ...

Ukrainian drone attack on Russian city kills 13, including child, authorities say

A Ukrainian drone attack on the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk killed 13 people, including a child, and wounded dozens of ...

Houthis Target Saudi Aramco Facility

Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels said Sunday they had carried out a drone attack on an Aramco oil facility in southwestern ...

EU imports of Russian LNG rise 14% in June despite plans to phase out Russian gas

European Union countries imported 14% more liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia in June than in the same month last ...

Morocco Poised to Become African Data Centre and AI Hub, The Conversation France Says

Morocco has multiple advantages that could enable it to emerge as a future continental leader in data centres and artificial intelligence (AI), according to The Conversation France. In an article published Saturday examining the prospects for the development of Morocco’s digital sector, the publication highlighted the Kingdom’s potential amid rapidly growing demand for digital infrastructure, ...

August 9, 2026

Morocco, Chile sign deal to boost agricultural and food trade

Morocco and Chile have signed a new cooperation protocol aimed at strengthening agricultural and food ...

Colombia’s recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara deals Polisario a major blow

Colombia has dealt a major diplomatic blow to the Polisario Front by announcing on Friday ...

Colombia recognizes Morocco's sovereignty over Sahara, opening 'new chapter' in bilateral ties

Colombia on Friday announced a major shift in its position on the Sahara issue, officially ...

US to open Morocco-based military testing range to defense firms under faster access plan

The United States plans to give defense companies faster access to a network of military ...

Spain imposes border checks on Italian travelers as Ceuta row escalates

A diplomatic dispute between Spain and Italy over the recent arrival of tens of thousands of migrants in Ceuta escalated on Saturday, after Madrid introduced border checks on travelers arriving from Italy ...

17:03 Et August 8, 2026

Thailand school shooting death toll rises to eight after 12-year-old girl dies

A 12-year-old schoolgirl died on Saturday from critical injuries sustained when a student opened fire at a high school and ...

Italy Rejects Spanish Pressure to End Border Controls After Ceuta Crisis

Italy on Friday rejected pressure from Spain to reverse temporary border control measures introduced following the recent migrant crisis in ...

Russia rejects Danish claims linking Moscow to Ceuta migration crisis

Russia has dismissed allegations by Denmark's immigration minister that Moscow played a role in the recent migration crisis in Ceuta, ...

UAE says Iranian missile targeted ADNOC vessel in Strait of Hormuz

The United Arab Emirates said on Saturday that Iran had targeted a vessel owned by Abu Dhabi’s state oil and gas company ADNOC with a missile while it was transiting the Strait of Hormuz, as tensions continued to rise over the strategic waterway. The UAE Foreign Ministry said the incident was part of Iranian attacks ...

19:04 Et August 8, 2026

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey sign mutual defense pact amid rising regional tensions

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey on Friday signed a mutual defense agreement committing the three ...

Houthi Drone and Missile Attacks Kill 38 Yemeni Government Troops in Deadliest Strike Since 2022 Truce

At least 38 members of Yemen's government forces were killed on Thursday in coordinated drone ...

Two Israeli Soldiers Killed in Southern Lebanon Blast as Ceasefire Faces Fresh Strain

Two Israeli soldiers were killed and four others seriously wounded in an explosion in southern ...

Trump Says Strait of Hormuz Deal Could Be Reached Within Days as Talks Advance

U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday that an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz ...

Morocco's port traffic rises 14.4% in first half of 2026, driven by transshipment boom

Morocco's commercial ports handled 148.6 million metric tons of cargo during the first half of ...

Morocco's Call Centers Brace for Impact as France Bans Unsolicited Sales Calls

France will begin enforcing a nationwide ban on unsolicited telemarketing calls on August 11 ...

Russia-Morocco Trade Holds Steady at Up to $2 Billion, Ambassador Says

Russia and Morocco continue to maintain robust bilateral trade worth between $1.5 billion and ...

Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Puts Morocco in the Global Spotlight, Raising Tourism Hopes

Just two days after its worldwide theatrical release, Christopher Nolan’s epic The Odyssey continues to ...

Morocco Steps Up Push for Chinese Tourists with Hong Kong Tourism Roadshow

Morocco's National Tourism Office (ONMT) has intensified its efforts to attract more Chinese visitors ...

Morocco Unveils Next-Generation Tourism Pavilion for World's Leading Travel Fairs

Morocco's National Tourist Office (ONMT) has launched an international call for tenders to design, ...

Portugal reaffirms commitment to 2030 World Cup with Morocco despite calls to exclude Kingdom

Portugal has reaffirmed its commitment to co-hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Morocco and ...

Spain Says It 'Deserves' 2030 World Cup Final as FIFA Says No Host Has Been Chosen

Spain has insisted it "deserves" to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup final, while ...

FIFA denies report claiming Infantino promised Morocco 2030 World Cup final

FIFA on Wednesday denied media reports alleging that President Gianni Infantino had promised Morocco ...

Morocco and France step up cooperation on AI and digital transformation

Morocco and France are seeking to deepen cooperation in artificial intelligence and digital technologies, as ...

Morocco's 'Digital Morocco 2030' Strategy Aims to Turn Kingdom into Regional Tech Hub, Head of Government Says

Morocco's "Digital Morocco 2030" strategy is designed to make digital technology a key driver ...

International Reports Raise Concerns Over Expanding Digital Surveillance in Pakistan

International reports and human rights organizations have raised concerns over what they describe as ...

At least 10 soldiers killed in jihadist attack on army camp in central Mali

At least 10 Malian soldiers were killed on Sunday in an attack on an army ...

Nigerian troops rescue 33 people abducted in Zamfara

Nigerian troops have rescued 33 people who were abducted while traveling through Zamfara state ...

Islamic State-Linked Militants Kill at Least 13 in Eastern Congo

Militants affiliated with the Islamic State group attacked a village in eastern Congo near ...

Despite conviction for raping girls, UK unable to deport Rochdale grooming gang ringleader to Pakistan

The British government is facing growing pressure to find a legal way to deport Shabir ...

UAE Takes Full Control of Sky News Arabia as Sky Withdraws

British broadcaster Sky is ending its ownership role in Sky News Arabia, concluding a ...

Italy Cancels Kanye West, Travis Scott Concerts Over Security Concerns

Italian authorities have cancelled two concerts featuring U.S. rappers Kanye West and Travis Scott ...

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