An unprecedented migration crisis unfolded at Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta as an estimated 72,000 migrants—primarily young men and unaccompanied minors—breached the border from Morocco in a massive, coordinated rush. Triggered by viral online disinformation and smuggler networks exploiting rumors about border policies, tens of thousands swam around breakwaters or crossed on foot, instantly overwhelming local reception facilities.

Spain migrant crisis: Migrants surge following viral social media posts

Spain is facing one of its most serious migration emergencies after tens of thousands of migrants crossed into the North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco. Spanish authorities say at least 67 migrants died during the mass crossing, with many drowning at sea or being crushed near the border breakwater.

Officials estimate that around 50,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta, while local authorities put the figure even higher. Most migrants have since returned voluntarily to Morocco, but the humanitarian and political fallout continues to grow.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez described the incident as a violation of Spain's territorial integrity and blamed human trafficking networks for spreading false hopes among migrants. Spain has also installed an inflatable sea barrier to strengthen border security.

Morocco migrant crisis: Police charge migrants in Cueta with batons

US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed Washington’s recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara, describing Morocco’s autonomy proposal as the only realistic path toward resolving the decades-long dispute.

The development comes as Spain continues to grapple with a massive migrant influx into its North African enclave of Ceuta, prompting emergency discussions across the European Union. The Western Sahara dispute remains one of North Africa’s most sensitive geopolitical issues, involving Morocco, the Polisario Front, Algeria, and international stakeholders.

Trump Reaffirms US Support for Morocco’s Western Sahara Claim | Spain Faces Migrant Crisis

Spain's Ceuta Migrant Crisis Deepens | 67 Dead As Tens Of Thousands Return To Morocco

About 60,000 migrants have invaded Spain’s Ceuta from Morocco in the past 24 hours. At least 41 migrants have died attempting the crossing. The situation has been described as 'absolutely unsustainable'. 
With serious questions and concern mounting, the ripple effects continue to spread.

Spain Migrant Crisis: At least 57 migrants dead during border crossing attempt 

Spain has deployed military personnel to Ceuta, its North African enclave, after an unprecedented surge of migrants crossed from Morocco, triggering one of Europe's biggest border crises in recent years.

According to reports, tens of thousands of migrants attempted to enter Ceuta by land and sea, while dozens reportedly lost their lives during the dangerous journey. Reception centers have become overwhelmed as authorities struggle to accommodate the growing number of arrivals.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has vowed to deploy all necessary resources while coordinating with Moroccan authorities to restore order. Meanwhile, Italy has called for Spain's suspension from the Schengen free-travel zone, arguing that Madrid's migration policies threaten European security—a claim Spain has rejected.

Political Tensions Grow Over Europe's Migration Policies | Wion 

US President Donald Trump shared a video highlighting the naming of a road as the “Trump Highway” and expressed gratitude to Morocco’s King for the gesture. The development comes amid continued diplomatic engagement between the United States and Morocco, drawing attention across international and political circles.

US President shares 'Trump Highway' video, thanks Moroccan king

The Nigeria–Morocco Gas Pipeline has received a major boost after 13 West African nations approved participation in the cross-border energy corridor. The ambitious project aims to strengthen regional energy security, expand natural gas access across West Africa and create a direct export route to Europe through Morocco.

 Nigeria: 13 West African nations join Nigeria-Morocco gas corridor

Scientists have come across ancient wrinkle structures in Morocco's Central High Atlas Mountains. These wrinkle structures were 180-million-year-old fossilised and created by chemosynthetic microbes. &nbsp;These rocks formed at least 590 feet underwater in total darkness, powered by chemical reactions rather than sunlight in relatively unstable deep-sea environments.&nbsp;"Let's go through every single piece of evidence that we can find to be sure that these are wrinkle structures in turbidites," says Rowan Martindale, a paleoecologist and geobiologist at The University of Texas at Austin. Because wrinkle structures, usually photosynthetic in origin, "shouldn't be in this deep-water setting.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-atlas-ai-image-truth-social-explained-1782637774877">Why did Donald Trump share an Atlas-like AI image on Truth Social?</a>The researchers found elevated concentrations of carbon in the sediment layers, which is often associated with biological activity and provided an important clue that microbes were involved. These organisms might have lived off of sulphur or other compounds. Today, chemosynthetic microbial mats form on continental shelves, where underwater landslides and turbidites also occur. These landslides might have been crucial to the cycle that allowed the microbes to thrive by dragging down organic material, which would have decomposed and created compounds such as methane or hydrogen sulfide, food for chemosynthetic life."Wrinkle structures," Martindale said, "are really important pieces of evidence in the early evolution of life."While the oldest evidence of microbial life dates back to around 3.77 to 4.28 billion years old, this particularly shocked scientists, as 180 million years ago, during the Jurassic Period, the deep sea was already crawling with complex animals like worms, crabs, and molluscs. These animals would constantly churn up the mud, which almost always destroyed the delicate microbial structure before they could fossilise. Finding intact microbes from that era is incredibly rare.&nbsp;

Scientists have discovered 180-million-year-old fossilised microbial wrinkle structures in Morocco's Central High Atlas, offering rare evidence of deep-sea chemosynthetic life during the Jurassic Period.

Scientists have come across ancient wrinkle structures in Morocco's Central High Atlas Mountains. These wrinkle structures were 180-million-year-old fossilised and created by chemosynthetic microbes. These rocks formed at least 590 feet underwater in total darkness, powered by chemical reactions rather than sunlight in relatively unstable deep-sea environments. "Let's go through every single piece of evidence that we can find to be sure that these are wrinkle structures in turbidites," says Rowan Martindale, a paleoecologist and geobiologist at The University of Texas at Austin. Because wrinkle structures, usually photosynthetic in origin, "shouldn't be in this deep-water setting. Also Read: Why did Donald Trump share an Atlas-like AI image on Truth Social? The researchers found elevated concentrations of carbon in the sediment layers, which is often associated with biological activity and provided an important clue that microbes were involved. These organisms might have lived off of sulphur or other compounds. Today, chemosynthetic microbial mats form on continental shelves, where underwater landslides and turbidites also occur. These landslides might have been crucial to the cycle that allowed the microbes to thrive by dragging down organic material, which would have decomposed and created compounds such as methane or hydrogen sulfide, food for chemosynthetic life. "Wrinkle structures," Martindale said, "are really important pieces of evidence in the early evolution of life." While the oldest evidence of microbial life dates back to around 3.77 to 4.28 billion years old, this particularly shocked scientists, as 180 million years ago, during the Jurassic Period, the deep sea was already crawling with complex animals like worms, crabs, and molluscs. These animals would constantly churn up the mud, which almost always destroyed the delicate microbial structure before they could fossilise. Finding intact microbes from that era is incredibly rare.

Scientists have discovered 180-million-year-old fossilised microbial wrinkle structures in Morocco's Central High Atlas, offering rare evidence of deep-sea chemosynthetic life during the Jurassic Period.

Scientists discover 180-million-year-old fossilised microbes in Morocco's deep sea

Industry professionals and cosmetics enthusiasts are getting tips and learning about the latest make-up and skin care trends at the Cosmetista Expo North & West Africa in Casablanca, Morocco


Vegan Beauty Products And AI Skin Analysis On Show At Casablanca Cosmetics Event

The body of one of two missing American soldiers has been recovered off the coast of Morocco following a massive search operation linked to the African Lion 2026 military exercise. U.S. officials said the incident was not terror-related and appears to have been a tragic accident during an off-duty hike near the Cap Draa training area. Search efforts involving U.S. and Moroccan forces are still underway for the second missing soldier.


African Lion 2026: Body of Missing US Soldier Recovered During Morocco Military Exercise Search

In an unprecedented decision, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has stripped Senegal of Africa Cup of Nations title and has decalred Morocco as the new winner. The decision comes after a fine of more tha $1m was levied along with a ban on both Senegal and Morocco players during the initial hearing. The result, however, was not touched during the intial hearing of the matter but has been changed now with Morocco being declared 3-0 winner. The whole drama is related to Senegal players leaving the final played in january earler this year mid-match in protest. The Senegal players eventually returned after a 15-minute protest and went to win the match as well, but all for nothing.<h2>Why Senegal has been stripped of Africa Cup of Nations trophy?</h2>The Senegal players had left the pitch to mark their protest against Morocco being awarded a penalty in the final. The players eventualy returned 15 minutes later and the match continued. The same has been cited as the reason by CAF to strip Senegal off the title. The CAF said that Senegral "declared to have forfeited the final."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/we-are-ready-to-host-iran-football-world-cup-matches-if-fifa-approves-mexico-president-us-donald-trump-1773770109017">'We are ready to host Iran’s World Cup games if FIFA approves': Mexico President</a>"The CAF appeal board decided that in application of article 84 of the regulations of the Caf Africa Cup of Nations, the Senegal national team is declared to have forfeited the final match of the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025, with the result of the match being recorded as 3–0 in favour of the Federation Royale Marocaine de Football."It is declared that the Federation Senegalaise de Football, through the conduct of its team, infringed article 82 of the regulations of the Africa Cup of Nations," it added.<h2>What did Morocco say about being declared winners?</h2>"The federation wishes to recall that its approach has never been intended to challenge the sporting performance of the teams participating in this competition, but solely to request the application of the competition’s regulations," said the new winners in a statement.“The federation reaffirms its commitment to respecting the rules, ensuring clarity in the competitive framework, and maintaining stability within African competitions.”

The whole drama is related to Senegal players leaving the final played in january earler this year mid-match in protest. The Senegal players eventually returned after a 15-minute protest and went to win the match as well, but all for nothing.

In an unprecedented decision, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has stripped Senegal of Africa Cup of Nations title and has decalred Morocco as the new winner. The decision comes after a fine of more tha $1m was levied along with a ban on both Senegal and Morocco players during the initial hearing. The result, however, was not touched during the intial hearing of the matter but has been changed now with Morocco being declared 3-0 winner. The whole drama is related to Senegal players leaving the final played in january earler this year mid-match in protest. The Senegal players eventually returned after a 15-minute protest and went to win the match as well, but all for nothing. Why Senegal has been stripped of Africa Cup of Nations trophy? The Senegal players had left the pitch to mark their protest against Morocco being awarded a penalty in the final. The players eventualy returned 15 minutes later and the match continued. The same has been cited as the reason by CAF to strip Senegal off the title. The CAF said that Senegral "declared to have forfeited the final." Also Read - 'We are ready to host Iran’s World Cup games if FIFA approves': Mexico President "The CAF appeal board decided that in application of article 84 of the regulations of the Caf Africa Cup of Nations, the Senegal national team is declared to have forfeited the final match of the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025, with the result of the match being recorded as 3–0 in favour of the Federation Royale Marocaine de Football. "It is declared that the Federation Senegalaise de Football, through the conduct of its team, infringed article 82 of the regulations of the Africa Cup of Nations," it added. What did Morocco say about being declared winners? "The federation wishes to recall that its approach has never been intended to challenge the sporting performance of the teams participating in this competition, but solely to request the application of the competition’s regulations," said the new winners in a statement. “The federation reaffirms its commitment to respecting the rules, ensuring clarity in the competitive framework, and maintaining stability within African competitions.”

The whole drama is related to Senegal players leaving the final played in january earler this year mid-match in protest. The Senegal players eventually returned after a 15-minute protest and went to win the match as well, but all for nothing.

'Senegal forfeited final': Morocco new winner of Africa Cup of Nations, decalres Confederation of African Football

Flood victims in Morocco are breaking their fast in temporary relief camps after severe flooding displaced thousands. Emergency services and local authorities are providing shelter, food, and medical assistance as families cope with the aftermath of the floods. The situation highlights the challenges of managing natural disasters during the holy month.


Morocco Floods: Flood Victims Break Fast in Camps

Warning: Some content might be disturbing to readers. Discretion is advised&nbsp;Morocco has started killing stray dogs as part of a campaign linked to preparation for the 2030 World Cup. Weeks ago, reports emerged that the &nbsp;North African nation would cull more than three million dogs ahead of the sporting extravaganza. Animal rights activists alleged that this was being done to make the country appealing to tourists, fans and media during the World Cup, and dispel any negative image that is associated with strays. Now they claim that Morocco has started killing the dogs using brutal means. The country was named co-hosts for the 2023 World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal in 2023. Animal welfare organisations are sharing images showing the brutality being committed against the dogs. They allege the dogs are being caught through horrific means. They are being clamped by the neck and loaded in trucks before being poisoned or shot by a firing squad. Their bodies are then disposed of in mass graves.&nbsp;Marrakech has reportedly become the designated "kill centre" where dogs are being killed in warehouses. A local report published last month suggested that the dogs are taken to the facility, which has meat hooks and washable flooring, in vans where they are "processed". Some witnesses also alleged that in a few places, the dogs are being starved and then burned alive. The International Animal Welfare and Protection Coalition (IAWPC) claims Morocco has committed similar atrocities ahead of big events in the past. The organisation also blamed FIFA for indirectly enabling the practice.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/war-hit-dogs-of-ukraine-are-experiencing-natural-disaster-scale-evolution-1770982198580">War-hit dogs of Ukraine are experiencing natural disaster-scale changes</a><h2>Activists have submitted proof of dog killings to FIFA</h2>The organisations have gathered all evidence of the brutalities and compiled them in a 91-page dossier. They have submitted the same to FIFA to prove how the stray dogs are being poisoned, shot and burned. However, they are concerned that their pleas are falling on deaf ears. "After the [World Cup confirmation], the extermination of the dogs has increased dramatically. As a result, the fear is that Morocco will now go ahead with their plan for the mass slaughter of three million dogs," IAWPC said in a statement.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ghost-hogs-of-tomioka-fukushima-japan-wild-boars-pigs-1770795354966">The nuclear hogs of Fukushima have skipped generational evolution. Here's why</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Daily Mail quoted a FIFA spokesperson as saying that at the time of the confirmation, Morocco stated that it was committed to animal welfare. "With the bidding process now completed, FIFA is following up with its local counterparts to ensure commitments are upheld," the FIFA spokesperson said. &nbsp;

Morocco is poisoning, shooting and burning stray dogs alive to clean the streets ahead of the 2030 World Cup, animal rights activists have alleged. They have shared photos of the atrocities with FIFA and are hoping action will be taken to protect the dogs. 

Warning: Some content might be disturbing to readers. Discretion is advised Morocco has started killing stray dogs as part of a campaign linked to preparation for the 2030 World Cup. Weeks ago, reports emerged that the North African nation would cull more than three million dogs ahead of the sporting extravaganza. Animal rights activists alleged that this was being done to make the country appealing to tourists, fans and media during the World Cup, and dispel any negative image that is associated with strays. Now they claim that Morocco has started killing the dogs using brutal means. The country was named co-hosts for the 2023 World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal in 2023. Animal welfare organisations are sharing images showing the brutality being committed against the dogs. They allege the dogs are being caught through horrific means. They are being clamped by the neck and loaded in trucks before being poisoned or shot by a firing squad. Their bodies are then disposed of in mass graves. Marrakech has reportedly become the designated "kill centre" where dogs are being killed in warehouses. A local report published last month suggested that the dogs are taken to the facility, which has meat hooks and washable flooring, in vans where they are "processed". Some witnesses also alleged that in a few places, the dogs are being starved and then burned alive. The International Animal Welfare and Protection Coalition (IAWPC) claims Morocco has committed similar atrocities ahead of big events in the past. The organisation also blamed FIFA for indirectly enabling the practice. Also Read: War-hit dogs of Ukraine are experiencing natural disaster-scale changes Activists have submitted proof of dog killings to FIFA The organisations have gathered all evidence of the brutalities and compiled them in a 91-page dossier. They have submitted the same to FIFA to prove how the stray dogs are being poisoned, shot and burned. However, they are concerned that their pleas are falling on deaf ears. "After the [World Cup confirmation], the extermination of the dogs has increased dramatically. As a result, the fear is that Morocco will now go ahead with their plan for the mass slaughter of three million dogs," IAWPC said in a statement. Also Read: The nuclear hogs of Fukushima have skipped generational evolution. Here's why Meanwhile, the Daily Mail quoted a FIFA spokesperson as saying that at the time of the confirmation, Morocco stated that it was committed to animal welfare. "With the bidding process now completed, FIFA is following up with its local counterparts to ensure commitments are upheld," the FIFA spokesperson said.

Morocco is poisoning, shooting and burning stray dogs alive to clean the streets ahead of the 2030 World Cup, animal rights activists have alleged. They have shared photos of the atrocities with FIFA and are hoping action will be taken to protect the dogs.&nbsp;

Morocco 'poisoning, shooting and burning' dogs alive ahead of 2030 World Cup, animal rights activists allege

Morocco is facing a severe flood emergency, with over 143,000 people evacuated as rivers breach danger levels. Larache province and Ksar El-Kebir are among the worst-hit areas, as authorities rush to manage rising waters and protect residents.


Morocco Evacuates 143,000 Amid Floods 

Morocco is facing a severe flood emergency, with over 108,000 people evacuated as rivers breach danger levels. Larache province and Ksar El-Kebir are among the worst-hit areas, as authorities rush to manage rising waters and protect residents.


Morocco Floods: 108,000 Evacuated As Floods Surge

Senegal clinched their second Africa Cup of Nations title after a dramatic 1–0 extra-time win over hosts Morocco in a chaotic final in Rabat. The match ended in controversy, with Morocco signaling possible legal action over refereeing decisions.


Morocco to take legal action over Afcon final 

In Morocco, sudden and devastating flash floods have killed at least 21 people in the coastal city of Safi on Sunday. Dozens more were injured as torrential rain sent walls of water rushing through streets, sweeping away cars and flooding homes. Authorities warn more heavy rain could be on the way.


Deadly Flooding Strikes Coastal Morocco

The United Nations Security Council adopted a resolution on Friday stating hat genuine autonomy for Western Sahara under Moroccan sovereignty could be the most feasible solution to Rabat's 50-year conflict with the Algeria-backed Polisario Front.
Western Sahara, a tract of desert the size of Britain, has been the scene of Africa's longest-running territorial dispute since colonial power Spain left in 1975.

UN Security Council backs Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara

The United Nations Security Council adopted a resolution on Friday stating that genuine autonomy for Western Sahara under Moroccan sovereignty could be the most feasible solution to Rabat's 50-year conflict with the Algeria-backed Polisario Front.
Western Sahara, a tract of desert the size of Britain, has been the scene of Africa's longest-running territorial dispute since colonial power Spain left in 1975.

UN Backs Morocco's Plan For Autonomy Over Western Sahara

Gen-Z protests are sweeping across the globe, with young activists demanding change on climate, social justice, and economic issues. Meanwhile, Ecuador faces severe disruptions as three weeks of strikes and roadblocks bring parts of the country to a standstill.


Morocco's Gen Z protest: Protesters reject empty promises, demand real solutions 

Morocco's Gen Z Protesters Return to Streets Calling For End To Corruption

From Morocco to Madagascar: Gen Z turns digital dissent into street protests 

Mass protests in Morocco entered a sixth day on Friday, with the youth-led movement GenZ 212 demanding that the government be removed. The group said the authorities had failed to protect citizens’ constitutional rights and respond to basic social needs.


From Morocco to Madagascar, Gen Z is taking digital dissent offline

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