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Spanish Fisherman Faces 110+ Years for Shipwreck Linked to Drug Smuggling

In January 2020, a fishing vessel, Rúa Mar, sank near Morocco, resulting in the death of six crew members; the owner, Pedro Samuel Maza, and his partner now face over 110 years in prison due to evidence linking the incident to a drug smuggling operation.

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Spain: IU Proposes Anti-Corruption Office Amidst Ongoing Scandals

IU's parliamentary spokesperson, Enrique Santiago, announced a bill proposing an anti-corruption office, mirroring a government plan but predating it, amidst concerns over corruption and a GRECO report highlighting areas for improvement in Spain.

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Maroccan Activist Sentenced for Blasphemy

Ibtissame Lachgar, a Moroccan activist, received a 30-month prison sentence and a fine for a 2022 X post showing her wearing a "Allah is a lesbian" T-shirt, violating Morocco's blasphemy law.

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Dutch coffeeshops transition to legal hashish, but concerns remain

Starting Monday, 80 Dutch coffeeshops in 10 cities will exclusively sell legally produced hashish, raising concerns about replacing popular Moroccan imports and the potential persistence of criminal involvement in the supply chain.

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Morocco Implements Alternative Sentences to Alleviate Prison Overcrowding

To address severe overcrowding in its prisons, exceeding capacity by 60 percent with over 100,000 inmates, Morocco introduced alternative sentences such as electronic monitoring, community service, and fines, aiming to reduce prison costs and improve conditions.

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Newly Discovered Spicomellus Dinosaur: A Heavily Armored Beast

A newly identified species of ankylosaur, Spicomellus, unearthed in Morocco's Atlas Mountains, boasted a formidable array of defenses including six rib spines, a protective pelvic shield, a neck collar with four massive spines (one measuring 87 centimeters), and a rudimentary tail club, pushing back...

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Ceuta's CETI Center Overwhelmed by Influx of Migrants

Over 800 migrants are currently residing in Ceuta's CETI immigrant center, which has a capacity of only 512, leading to an additional 270 migrants camping outside, a situation exacerbated by a recent increase in sea crossings and border jumps.

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Morocco Qualifies for 2026 World Cup, Ukraine Conflict Remains Stalemate

Morocco secured their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 5-0 victory over Niger, while the Ukraine conflict shows no sign of immediate resolution despite peace proposals.

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Morocco Implements Alternative Sentencing to Ease Prison Overcrowding

To alleviate severe prison overcrowding and reduce costs, Morocco introduced alternative sentences like electronic monitoring, community service, and fines for minor offenses, impacting approximately 1,700 individuals initially.

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Surge in Fuel Smuggling to Narco-Trafficking Networks in Cádiz

In Cádiz, Spain, authorities recently disrupted three fuel-smuggling operations in under a week, seizing over 12,000 liters of gasoline intended for narco-trafficking boats, highlighting a rise in this lucrative support activity for drug trafficking.

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Extinct Spicomellus Dinosaur: Oldest Known Ankylosaur with Extreme Armor

Researchers described a newly discovered Jurassic Period dinosaur, Spicomellus, an ankylosaur with unique armor features, including meter-long neck spikes, discovered in Morocco's Atlas Mountains.

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Oldest Ankylosaur Fossil Unearthed in Morocco Shows Unique Armor

Researchers in Morocco discovered fossilized remains of *Spicomellus*, a 13-foot-long Jurassic ankylosaur dating back 165 million years, possessing unique armor including meter-long neck spikes and spiky ribs, unlike any other known creature, suggesting a role in both defense and display.

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