Keywords: Counterterrorism


Morocco’s prison authority refutes Spanish media claims about ‘pardoned’ terrorist

The General Delegation for Prison Administration and Reintegration (DGAPR) has firmly denied allegations published by the Spanish newspaper La Gaceta regarding a Moroccan national recently arrested in Spain. In a statement issued Thursday, the DGAPR dismissed the claims as “completely unfounded.” Allegations......

Spanish-Moroccan counterterrorism operation leads to arrests in Lleida

Spanish authorities have arrested two men in Vallfogona de Balaguer, Lleida, for alleged links to jihadist terrorism. The joint operation, conducted in coordination with Morocco’s General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance (DGST), highlights the ongoing collaboration between the two countries......

Moroccan authorities arrest 18-year-old suspected ISIS supporter

Morocco's Central Bureau of Judicial Investigation (BCIJ) has detained an 18-year-old man in the Douar El Amarna area of Settat province, suspected of planning terrorist attacks inspired by ISIS ideology. The arrest, carried out early Sunday, underscores Morocco's ongoing efforts to counter rising......

Anti-jihadist propaganda raids carried out in Berlin

Berlin authorities conducted a series of raids on Monday as part of an investigation targeting individuals suspected of spreading jihadist propaganda online, the capital’s criminal police office (LKA) and public prosecutor's office announced. The coordinated effort, named “Naschid Action......

Morocco disrupts terror plot: 21-year-old woman arrested over ISIS links

Morocco’s Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ) has arrested a 21-year-old female student in Rabat, accusing her of planning a terrorist attack targeting a religious site in the city. The arrest, announced on Friday, highlights Morocco's ongoing efforts to thwart extremist threats. The......

Modi to visit Morocco in July as part of strategic global tour

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is preparing for a diplomatic tour starting in early July, which will include visits to five countries across Africa, Latin America, and West Asia. The tour is set to begin in Morocco, a country seen as an emerging economic and security partner for India. Modi is......

Calls grow to classify Polisario as a terrorist group amid renewed scrutiny of violent history

Efforts to label the Polisario Front as a terrorist organization are gaining international momentum. Politicians, researchers, and human rights advocates are urging Western governments to confront the separatist group’s violent legacy and its ongoing threat to regional stability in North Africa. The......

Spain and Morocco strengthen security cooperation ahead of 2030 World Cup

In a significant move to bolster security cooperation, Spain and Morocco are enhancing their collaborative efforts as the two nations prepare to co-host the 2030 World Cup alongside Portugal. This initiative underscores their commitment to addressing regional and global security challenges. Today, Abdellatif......

Morocco and Pakistan deepen military cooperation through joint special forces training

Moroccan and Pakistani armed forces launched the third edition of their joint military exercise on Monday, April 14, at the School of Special Operations in Cherat, located in northwestern Pakistan. The training is centered on unconventional warfare tactics and counterterrorism operations, according to......