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Italy and Morocco mark 200 years of diplomacy with renewed focus on stability and growth

Italy’s ambassador to Morocco, Pasquale Salzano, has highlighted the growing ties between Rome and Rabat, positioning Morocco as a key partner in Italy's Mediterranean and Africa strategies. With 2025 marking the bicentennial of diplomatic relations, the partnership is being celebrated as both......

Fish landings at M’diq port rise by 31% by end of July

Fish landings from coastal and artisanal fishing at M’diq port reached 1,578 tonnes by the end of July 2025, marking a 31% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the latest data from the National Fisheries Office (ONP). The market value of these catches also rose by 17%,......

Global Sumud Flotilla encounters weather challenges in mission to break Gaza blockade

The Global Sumud Flotilla, a civilian-led maritime mission aimed at breaking Israel’s blockade on Gaza, has faced a temporary setback due to severe weather conditions in the Mediterranean. Organizers remain committed to their goal of delivering humanitarian aid and raising awareness of the devastating......

Migrant boat capsizes off Mauritania: 49 dead, hundreds missing

At least 49 people have died and around a hundred are missing more than 48 hours after a boat carrying migrants capsized off the coast of Mauritania, authorities reported Friday. The vessel, a small wooden boat, went down on the night of Tuesday to Wednesday with 160 people on board, according to the......

EU-backed Nador West Med port challenges Spanish maritime dominance

Brussels has allocated over €300 million to fund Morocco’s Nador West Med (NWM), a strategic deep-water port near the Strait of Gibraltar, triggering alarm among Spanish ports. Modeled after the successful Tanger Med, the €730 million project is set to begin operations by 2030, positioning......

Spanish authorities dismantle €1-million human smuggling network

Spanish police have arrested 14 suspects and dismantled a sophisticated human smuggling network that transported migrants from Algeria to Spain using high-powered boats. The criminal organization, dismantled during "Operation Nautilita," charged migrants up to €7,000 for perilous Mediterranean......

Venomous blue dragons spark beach closures in Spain

The appearance of venomous blue dragons, mesmerizing yet dangerous sea slugs, has forced the closure of several beaches in Spain, sparking warnings for swimmers. Authorities have urged caution as these rare creatures, typically found in tropical and temperate waters, are now being seen along the Mediterranean......

200 migrants intercepted attempting swim crossing to Ceuta

Around 200 migrants, including men, women, children, and individuals with disabilities, attempted the perilous journey across the Mediterranean to reach the Spanish enclave of Ceuta over the weekend. The crossing, intercepted with assistance from the Royal Moroccan Navy and the Spanish Coast Guard, highlights......

Morocco becomes Spain’s top natural gas export market by mid-2025

Morocco has emerged as the leading destination for Spanish natural gas exports in June 2025, surpassing France and consolidating its role as a key partner in the region’s energy landscape. According to figures reported by Europa Press, Morocco received 858 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of Spanish gas during......