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Why the Maghreb matters to the world’s oceans
North-West African states have a growing role to play in ocean governance—and global frameworks should reflect it. As diplomats
Moroccan police arrested a couple in Oujda this weekend after seizing nearly 7,000 illicit pills, including ecstasy and prescription sedatives, in a joint operation with national intelligence, according to Moroccan media. A search of their vehicle and home uncovered cocaine, ecstasy powder, and cash suspected to be linked to drug sales. The pair remain in custody as investigators probe wider trafficking networks.
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