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Turkish defense manufacturer Baykar would establish a drone production facility in Benslimane, Morocco, marking a major step in the country’s ambitions to develop its military and aerospace industry, Moroccan outlet Le Desk reported. The announcement follows months of speculation and was formalized through the creation of a Moroccan subsidiary, Atlas Defense, headquartered in Rabat. The […]
Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) announced on Sunday that they have seized full control of El Fasher, the capital of North Darfur State, marking a significant turning point in the country’s ongoing civil war. The group described the capture as a “pivotal moment” due to the city’s strategic and symbolic importance. The Sudanese army […]
Morocco has signed in Hanoi the United Nations Treaty on Cybercrime during an international conference attended by representatives of more than 60 countries, in the presence of UN Secretary-General António Guterres. The Kingdom was represented at the event by Minister of Justice Abdellatif Ouahbi. Adopted last December by the UN General Assembly, the convention will […]
Moroccan international and PSG defender Achraf Hakimi remains “undoubtedly the best right-back in the world,” Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said. “He is very consistent, and that’s why we didn’t sign another right-back- he plays almost every game,” the Spanish coach said during a press conference, responding to a question about Hakimi’s potential to win […]
The 93rd session of the INTERPOL General Assembly will be held in Marrakesh November 24 to 27 to address several topics related to the expansion of INTERPOL’s global policing capabilities and coordination in the fight against transnational organized crime and transnational scam centers. In addition to approving the Organization’s future activities, strategic framework and budget, […]
An Italian parliamentary delegation praised on Friday in Laayoune the dynamic development that the Laayoune-Sakia El Hamra region is experiencing across various sectors. The delegation members, representing both Chambers of the Italian Parliament, attended presentations and conducted field visits to closely examine the region’s potential and the infrastructure available in several socio-economic sectors. In a […]
Minister of Foreign Affairs Nasser Bourita called, Thursday in Brussels, on Belgian economic operators to seize the opportunities offered by the Southern provinces of the Kingdom, in line with King Mohammed VI’s vision of making the Sahara region a hub for development and cooperation. The call was made during the joint press conference in which […]
President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi has lauded on Thursday, October 23, the European Parliament for its firm stance in support of the Palestinian cause, notably its call to end the war in Gaza and alleviate the suffering of civilians. The Egyptian leader made the remarks during a meeting with European Parliament President Roberta Metsola in Brussels, held […]
Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) launched a series of drone attacks on Khartoum International Airport on Thursday, October 23, marking the third consecutive day of strikes. According to Sudan News, seven drones targeted the airport and surrounding areas in the southern part of the capital, sending waves of panic among residents as explosions echoed […]
Morocco’s capital Rabat has secured a prestigious position in National Geographic’s top five “Best Destinations to Discover in 2026,” ranking ahead of renowned cities including Rio de Janeiro, Vancouver, and Manila in the magazine’s highly anticipated annual travel guide. The publication highlights Rabat as both an ancient imperial city and cosmopolitan metropolis, where visitors can […]