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Kazakhstan joins Trump's expanding Gaza peace council

President Donald Trump's recently announced Peace Council for Gaza is swiftly broadening its international footprint, with Hungary, Vietnam, and Kazakhstan confirming participation as dozens of countries review invitations to this body tasked with overseeing Gaza's ceasefire next phase. The......

Morocco and Niger deepen military cooperation as Sahel challenges persist

A high-ranking military delegation from Niger recently concluded a week-long visit to Morocco, underscoring the strengthening ties between the two nations amid growing regional instability in the Sahel. Under the guidance of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Army Corps General Mohammed Berrid hosted Niger’s......

Azerbaijan and Armenia take historic step toward peace with Trump-brokered agreement

The leaders of Azerbaijan and Armenia have taken a decisive step toward ending decades of conflict, with the signing of a historic Joint Declaration during a meeting at the White House on Friday. Facilitated by U.S. President Donald Trump, the agreement signals that the long-anticipated Azerbaijan-Armenia......

Morocco's military expenditure increases as regional tensions rise

Morocco's military spending has seen a notable increase of 2.6% in 2024, amounting to $5.5 billion. This growth is largely attributed to an enhanced personnel budget for the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) and aligns with a broader global trend, where military expenditures have surged by 9.4% compared to......

Morocco elected as UN Peacebuilding Commission vice-chair for 2025

The United Nations Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) has elected Morocco as its vice-chair for 2025, with Ambassador Omar Hilale representing the country in this prominent role. Serving as Africa’s representative for the year, Morocco’s new position underscores its growing influence in global......

New Members Join the UN Security Council

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC), a cornerstone of international diplomacy, welcomes five new non-permanent members to its ranks for a two-year term. Starting January 1, 2025, Somalia, Greece, Denmark, Pakistan, and Panama have officially begun their tenure, taking over from Mozambique, Malta,......

US Arms Control Official Heads to Morocco for Global Conference on AI in Chemical Weapons Prevention

US Assistant Secretary for Arms Control, Mallory Stewart, is visiting Morocco through October 24 to participate in a groundbreaking conference examining artificial intelligence's role in implementing the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC). The Global Conference on the Role of Artificial Intelligence......

Morocco Amplifies Military Spending to $13 Billion as Regional Security Concerns Mount

Morocco plans to increase its defense budget to 133 billion Moroccan dirhams ($13 billion) for 2025, marking a significant expansion from previous years as the nation strengthens its military capabilities amid growing regional challenges. The substantial budget increase, revealed in the draft finance......

Morocco's Diplomatic Tightrope: Navigating Economic Ties with Russia Amid Ukraine Conflict

In a complex geopolitical landscape, Morocco finds itself delicately balancing its significant economic relationships with Russia against mounting pressure from Western allies over the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This intricate diplomatic maneuvering has been highlighted in a recent report by the Carnegie......