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CHEBEC 2026: Morocco and France launch joint naval operations in the Mediterranean

Morocco and France have moved into the maritime phase of their annual CHEBEC naval exercise, bringing warships and aviation units from both countries together in the Mediterranean for a new round of operational training. The sea phase began on September 22, following several days of preparation and......

CHEBEC 26: Morocco and France strengthen naval cooperation with cyber training

The Moroccan and French navies have launched the 33rd edition of the CHEBEC exercise in Toulon, marking another stage in bilateral maritime cooperation while introducing a cyber component to the longstanding naval training programme. The exercise began on September 14 and is structured around two complementary......

Morocco set to receive Moulay Hassan offshore patrol vessel from Navantia

The Royal Moroccan Navy is preparing to take delivery of a new offshore patrol vessel built by Spain’s Navantia, further expanding the country’s capabilities for maritime surveillance and extended operations at sea. Named Moulay Hassan, the vessel was constructed at Navantia’s San......

Morocco strengthens maritime security with two Dutch unmanned vessels

Morocco is set to strengthen the capabilities of its Royal Navy in underwater warfare after the Dutch government approved the export of two unmanned surface vessels designed primarily for anti-submarine warfare and mine-countermeasure missions. According to an official Dutch government document submitted......

Morocco moves closer to acquiring submarines to strengthen its naval capabilities

Morocco appears to be moving closer to strengthening its naval capabilities with the possible acquisition of military submarines, according to a series of reports and statements from international defense industry players. Although Rabat has not officially announced a submarine procurement program, the......

South Korea offers advanced submarines to Morocco to strengthen naval capabilities

South Korea is expanding its presence in the global defense market by promoting its latest military technologies to strategic partners, with Morocco identified as one of the priority countries for the export of its advanced KSS-III Batch-II submarines. The proposal is part of Hanwha Ocean’s broader......

Moroccan navy intercepts 189 irregular migrants heading toward the Canary Islands

Units of the Royal Moroccan Navy intercepted a boat carrying 189 irregular migrants off the coast of Dakhla on Monday, as they attempted to reach the Canary Islands, according to an official military statement. The vessel, described as a small fishing boat, was stopped during a maritime patrol operation......

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......

Morocco and Spain deepen cooperation through cultural and naval initiatives

Morocco received a Spanish military delegation for a four day visit aimed at strengthening cultural and defense cooperation. The visit brought together senior representatives from both countries who oversee military heritage and maritime security. The audience includes policy analysts, defense observers,......