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EU and Morocco strengthen migration and border cooperation

The European Union and Morocco are advancing discussions to establish a new partnership aimed at enhancing migration management and border control. This initiative is part of the EU’s broader strategy to promote regional stability and address irregular migration effectively. A deepening partnership European......

Moroccan authorities intercept 102,000 pills in Bab Sebta smuggling operation

Moroccan authorities successfully halted a significant drug trafficking attempt at the Bab Sebta border post on Saturday evening. The coordinated operation, carried out by Morocco’s national police and customs services, uncovered 102,000 Rivotril tablets hidden in a vehicle. The vehicle, registered......

UK sees record number of migrants crossing the Channel on small boats

Since the start of the year, 14,808 migrants have reached the UK by crossing the English Channel in small vessels. On Saturday alone, British authorities recorded 1,194 arrivals, marking the highest daily number this year according to official data compiled by AFP. Despite numerous measures by both French......

UK and Germany revise travel advisories for the US amid immigration scrutiny

Following a series of troubling incidents involving European nationals, both the United Kingdom and Germany have updated their travel advisories for the United States. These changes come after reports of tourists being detained or returned home due to misunderstandings about their travel purposes or......

Morocco intercepts over 78,000 irregular migration attempts in 2024, highlighting regional challenges

In a significant demonstration of its border security capabilities, Morocco thwarted 78,685 irregular migration attempts in 2024, according to the country’s Ministry of Interior. The data underscores the nation’s ongoing efforts to address migration pressures amid regional instability and......

Melilla Border Crossings Plummet as Morocco Intensifies Migration Controls

The Spanish enclave of Melilla has witnessed its lowest irregular migration numbers in over three decades, recording just 113 arrivals in 2024. This marks a dramatic shift from the previous year's figure of 340 entries, highlighting the effectiveness of enhanced border control measures. The decline......

Anticipating Change: U.S. Administration Braces for Migrant Influx Ahead of Trump Presidency

As the Biden administration gears up for a potential surge in migrant crossings, officials are expressing concern over the implications of Donald Trump's impending presidency. With many would-be immigrants fearing that Trump will impose stricter border controls, preparations are underway to manage......

Spain Reinforces Migration Partnership with Morocco Amid Successful Border Control Efforts

In a significant development for Mediterranean migration policy, Spain's Secretary of State for Security, Rafael Pérez, has designated Morocco as a "priority partner" in addressing irregular migration challenges. The announcement came during the XXI Meeting of the Spanish-Moroccan......

Algeria Tightens Border Control: Visa Requirement for Moroccan Passport Holders Sparks Controversy

In a move that has heightened tensions between two North African neighbors, Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has defended his government's decision to reinstate visa requirements for Moroccan passport holders. During a recent interview with local media, Tebboune cited "political and security......