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Relations between Morocco and Spain are going through an unprecedented period of turbulence. After the Pegasus spyware scandal and heightened tensions over Western Sahara , a new major crisis could permanently reshape ties between Madrid and Rabat. The discovery by Spanish security services of a tunnel linking Morocco to the Spanish enclave of Ceuta , used for drug trafficking into Europe, has shed light on much deeper connections between the Makhzen (Moroccan regime) and organized crime networks . But beyond drug smuggling, even more explosive revelations from a former high-ranking Moroccan intelligence officer—now in exile in Spain—could send shockwaves through Rabat's leadership. A Tunnel Exposing a Well-Oiled System The discovery of this tunnel, used to transport Moroccan cannabis to Europe , is only the tip of the iceberg . For decades, Morocco has been recognized as the world’s leading producer of cannabis resin , with multiple international reports pointing to direct involv...

Contrary to claims made by certain Moroccan media outlets, Algeria’s rapprochement with Spain is not an attempt to break out of regional isolation. Instead, Algeria is strengthening its position as a key regional power, while it is Spain that is seeking to restore relations with its strategic partner after suffering significant economic losses due to Algeria’s sanctions. In this article, we will use facts and sources to demonstrate that Algeria is in a position of strength in this renewed relationship and that it is actually its adversaries, not Algeria, who find themselves isolated on the international stage . 1. Algeria: A Key Player in the Mediterranean and Africa 1.1. A Strategic Energy Supplier for Europe Algeria possesses the 10th largest proven natural gas reserves in the world and is Africa’s top gas exporter . Its importance has grown even further due to the energy crisis triggered by the war in Ukraine. Italy signed a major agreement with Sonatrach in 2022 to increase its...