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Morocco co-chairs UN meeting on 20 years of ‘Responsibility to Protect’

At the United Nations in New York, Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita co-chaired a ministerial meeting marking the 20th anniversary of the “Responsibility to Protect” (R2P) principle, a doctrine aimed at preventing mass atrocities. The session was jointly organized with Luxembourg and......

Trump administration moves to cut $4.9 billion in foreign aid for 2025

The Trump administration has announced plans to cancel $4.9 billion (MAD 53.9 billion) in U.S. foreign aid for the fiscal year 2025, targeting funds already approved by Congress. This includes significant contributions to the United Nations and its specialized agencies. The White House Office of Management......

Unexploded ordnance threat: UN peacekeepers find 73 devices in southern Lebanon

In the last six months, the Western Sector Command of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) reported the discovery of 73 unexploded ordnance (UXOs) in southern Lebanon. These findings were promptly communicated to the Lebanese Army, which has since deployed specialized units to neutralize......

UN Honors Moroccan Peacekeeper Fallen in Service of Peace

The United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, paid tribute to a fallen peacekeeper from the Royal Armed Forces of Morocco during the annual ceremony honoring UN personnel who lost their lives in peacekeeping missions. The event was attended by Morocco’s Permanent Representative to the......

Morocco strengthens military ties with UN amid peacekeeping challenges

Royal Armed Forces Inspector General Mohammed Berrid welcomed UN Mission Commander Division General Fakhrul Ahsan at the Southern Zone headquarters in Agadir. This meeting, attended by senior military officials from both organizations, marks a significant step in the ongoing collaboration between Morocco's......

Spain strengthens peacekeeping efforts in Lebanon with new military deployment

La ministra de Defensa, Margarita Robles, presided over the farewell ceremony for the Spanish contingent departing for Lebanon to join the United Nations peacekeeping mission. The majority of the troops belong to the Mando de Canarias (Mcana) and will remain in Lebanese territory for the coming months. From......

Germany renews commitment to UN peacekeeping with €82 million for MINURSO

Germany has reaffirmed its financial commitment to the United Nations Mission for Sahara (MINURSO), announcing a substantial contribution exceeding €82 million. This funding aims to enhance the mission's capabilities in critical areas such as training, equipment, renewable energy, digital transformation,......

Spain considers military options for Ukraine peacekeeping mission

Spain remains cautious about sending troops to Ukraine for a potential European Union peacekeeping mission, unlike some of its European counterparts. Current reports indicate that the Ministry of Defence is evaluating multiple scenarios, awaiting developments in peace negotiations. Prime Minister Pedro......

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......