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Russia deploys submarine to escort tanker evading U.S. authorities

Russia has dispatched a submarine and warships to escort a tanker pursued by U.S. Coast Guard vessels across the Atlantic, escalating tensions between Washington and Moscow over sanctions enforcement against Venezuela-linked ships. The tanker, now registered as Marinera under the Russian flag, sails......

US and Moroccan sailors exchange on USS paul ignatius in Agadir

New photographs released by the United States Navy show American sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) interacting with sailors from the Royal Moroccan Navy during the ship’s visit to the port of Agadir on December 2, 2025. The images highlight......

BCP completes acquisition of west African financial group ABI

Morocco’s Banque Centrale Populaire (BCP) has completed the acquisition of the remaining shares of Atlantic Business International (ABI), becoming the sole owner of the west African financial group, according to an official statement released on Wednesday. BCP finalized the purchase of a 20.17......

Allies express growing mistrust toward US global role

Western allies are showing increased skepticism toward the United States as a reliable global actor, with new polling indicating that public confidence in American leadership is steadily eroding across Canada and Western Europe. The trend reflects unease surrounding Washington's foreign policy direction......

Dangerous high waves expected along parts of Morocco’s Atlantic coast

Severe marine weather conditions are expected to affect parts of Morocco’s Atlantic coastline, with dangerous waves forecast to reach significant heights over the coming hours. Meteorological authorities report that an active low-pressure system over the North Atlantic is currently influencing......

Canary Islands' partnership with Dakhla port undermines Polisario's credibility

The Canary Islands’ active participation in Morocco's territorial development marks a significant shift in geopolitical dynamics, further isolating the Polisario Front. Once a recipient of Spain’s institutional backing, the separatist movement now faces a reality where former allies have......

Port Dakhla Atlantique: Morocco's Atlantic gateway nears completion

Port Dakhla Atlantique, a transformative infrastructure project with an estimated cost of MAD 15 billion ($1.65 billion), is steadily progressing toward its goal of becoming a major hub for Atlantic trade. With 46% of construction completed, this ambitious megaproject is set to enhance Morocco’s......

Hurricane Melissa intensifies to catastrophic category 5 storm

Hurricane Melissa has escalated into a catastrophic category 5 storm, with scientists linking its rapid intensification to exceptionally warm Atlantic waters driven by climate change. Over the weekend, the hurricane’s wind speeds doubled to 165 mph in less than 24 hours, making it the most powerful......

Essaouira’s Festival of atlantic andalusias: 20 years of history and harmony

From October 30 to November 2, 2025, the Festival des Andalousies Atlantiques d’Essaouira will celebrate its 20th anniversary, honoring two decades of cultural exchange and shared memory. Since its creation, Essaouira has embraced the spirit of a modern-day Ziryab, welcoming music in all its forms......