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Moroccan authorities seize over 21,000 psychotropic pills hidden in toys at Tangier port

Moroccan security and customs officers at Tangier Med Port intercepted an international drug trafficking attempt, seizing 21,142 psychotropic pills concealed inside children’s toys. The operation took place after officers, supported by trained sniffer dogs, inspected a foreign-registered utility......

France’s trade deficit narrows to €5.8 billion in August

France’s trade deficit narrowed for the third consecutive month in August, reaching €5.8 billion, according to data released by the customs office on Tuesday. The improvement was driven by an increase in exports and stable import levels. Exports rose by €300 million, totaling €51.8......

Customs in Marseille step up fight against tobacco trafficking with new technologies

In Marseille, customs authorities have intensified their efforts to combat tobacco trafficking, a phenomenon that has taken root in France’s second-largest city. According to official figures, more than 10 tons of illicit tobacco were seized in 2024, highlighting the scale of the underground market. Experts......

Federal agents deploy teargas to disperse Chicago Ice protest

Federal agents used teargas and pepper balls to break up a demonstration outside an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Ice) facility in Chicago on Friday morning, where around 100 protesters had gathered. At least three people were arrested, including two Democratic congressional candidates who had......

Trump walking ahead of King Charles sparks debate over royal protocol

During former President Donald Trump’s recent state visit to the United Kingdom, footage of him walking ahead of King Charles III while inspecting the guard of honour at Windsor Castle sparked widespread discussion about royal protocol. The scene, which unfolded during the ceremonial inspection,......

Morocco’s customs revenue rises to MAD 65 billion amid economic recovery

Morocco’s customs revenue reached MAD 65 billion ($7.22 billion) by August 2025, marking an 8.3% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Moroccan treasury’s latest report. This growth reflects the country’s ongoing economic recovery and increased import activity. Revenue......

Casablanca customs block two ships carrying 4,500 brazilian cattle over 20 million MAD VAT

Casablanca, Morocco – Moroccan customs authorities have halted two ships carrying 4,500 Brazilian cattle at the port of Casablanca, demanding payment of 20 million Moroccan dirhams (MAD) in value-added tax (VAT). The move has reignited debate over the taxation of livestock imports. The vessels,......

Moroccan authorities intercept 60 kilograms of hashish at Bab Sebta crossing

Moroccan customs officials, in collaboration with the national police, successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle 60 kilograms of hashish at the Bab Sebta border crossing on Tuesday morning. The operation, part of Morocco's ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking, highlights the country’s......

Lebanon pledges stronger border controls to combat smuggling

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun pledged on Monday to strengthen border controls in Lebanon during a meeting with a delegation from the Bekaa Valley Industrialists Association. The initiative aims to curb smuggling, which negatively affects domestic production and consumption. During the visit, President......