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Stormy Weather Forces Flight Cancellations at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

Strong winds associated with Storm Boelo disrupted air traffic at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in the Netherlands on Sunday, October 25, forcing the cancellation of dozens of flights and affecting connections to several major European destinations. At least 90 departing flights were cancelled, according......

US Revokes More Than 300,000 Visas Under Trump’s Immigration Crackdown

The United States has revoked more than 300,000 visas since Donald Trump returned to the White House in January 2025, marking a significant expansion of the administration’s efforts to tighten immigration enforcement and increase scrutiny of foreign nationals. The figure was announced by the US......

Arkia Suspends Ticket Sales for Flights to Marrakech Amid Israeli Security Directives

Israel’s Arkia airline has suspended ticket sales for flights to Marrakech until further notice, introducing fresh uncertainty over a direct air connection that resumed only recently after a prolonged interruption. The decision, announced on October 21, 2026, follows instructions from Israeli......

Morocco Adds 10 Individuals to National Terrorism Sanctions List

Morocco has expanded its domestic sanctions framework against terrorism and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, adding 10 individuals to its national sanctions list following a unanimous decision by the country’s competent authority. The decision was taken on Monday, October 19,......

How much do Moroccan MPs earn and what benefits do they receive?

Moroccan members of parliament receive a monthly gross allowance of 36,000 dirhams, alongside benefits designed to cover travel and accommodation expenses associated with their legislative duties. The financial arrangements have renewed debate over the cost of political representation, tax fairness and......

Israir Suspends Marrakech Flight Bookings Amid New Aviation Security Rules

Israeli airline Israir has suspended ticket sales for its Marrakech route and put plans to increase flight frequencies on hold following the introduction of stricter aviation security requirements in Israel, according to Israeli media reports. The decision comes in the wake of a security incident involving......

Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda Plan Joint Visa for AFCON 2027 Supporters

Football fans travelling to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) could benefit from simplified cross-border movement under a proposed joint visa scheme being developed by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, the three countries preparing to co-host the continental tournament. Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, president......

Morocco’s tourism growth outpaces the global average as revenues surge 15.9%

Morocco’s tourism industry continued to outperform the global market during the first half of 2026, with international arrivals increasing by 6%, compared with just 0.4% worldwide, according to data from UN Tourism. The sector also recorded a significant rise in revenue, reinforcing its role as......

Taiwan Resumes Visa Processing for Moroccan Citizens After 81-Day Suspension

Moroccan citizens can once again apply for Taiwanese visas following an 81-day suspension, ending a period of uncertainty triggered by reciprocal restrictions on visa processing between the two sides. Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on October 12 that it had restored normal visa......