Keywords: Counterterrorism


How Morocco became a global reference in counterterrorism strategy

Morocco has emerged as one of the most respected countries in the field of counterterrorism, thanks to a comprehensive strategy that combines intelligence, prevention, international cooperation, and social resilience. Rather than relying solely on reactive security measures, the country has developed......

Mali says around 100 militants killed during military operations in the country's north

Mali's armed forces have announced the killing of approximately 100 militants during a series of military operations conducted in the northern regions of Anéfis and Tabrichat, underscoring the country's continued efforts to contain insurgent groups operating across the Sahel. According......

Kuwait reaffirms support for Morocco after foiled terrorist plots

Kuwait has reiterated its full support for Morocco following the disruption of alleged terrorist plots, reaffirming its solidarity with the North African kingdom and condemning all forms of terrorism. In a statement issued by the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Gulf state strongly denounced......

US reduces military presence in Nigeria while maintaining intelligence cooperation

The United States has scaled back its military presence in Nigeria following the completion of a major counterterrorism operation, while reaffirming its commitment to intelligence cooperation with Nigerian security forces. The announcement signals a shift from direct operational involvement to continued......

Morocco and Spain deepen security cooperation during high-level Rabat meeting

Morocco and Spain have reaffirmed their close security partnership following a high-level meeting in Rabat between senior officials from the two countries, highlighting continued cooperation in counterterrorism, intelligence sharing and the fight against transnational crime. The meeting brought together......

Morocco and India strengthen counterterrorism partnership through joint security cooperation

Morocco and India have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in the fight against terrorism following the second meeting of their Joint Working Group on Counterterrorism, held in New Delhi. The meeting reflects the growing importance both countries place on addressing evolving security......

United States targets ISIS financing networks with new international sanctions

The United States has announced a new round of sanctions targeting individuals and companies suspected of supporting financial networks linked to ISIS, as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt the group's ability to fund its activities across multiple regions. According to the U.S. Department of the......

Morocco hosts African counterterrorism summit amid rising threats

The fifth edition of the high-level meeting of African counterterrorism and security agencies opened in El Jadida, Morocco, bringing together representatives from around 40 intelligence and security services across the continent. The event, known as the Marrakech Platform, is co-chaired by Morocco and......

Bourita and UN counterterrorism official discuss African security cooperation

Morocco’s Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita held talks with Alexander Zuev, Acting Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism, on the sidelines of the fifth High-Level Meeting of Heads of African Counter-Terrorism and Security Agencies, known as the Marrakech Platform.......