Latest news with #AhmedNasserAlRaisi
Morocco World
10-07-2025
- Morocco World
Police in Marrakech Arrest Algerian-French Subject to Interpol Warrant
Rabat – Police in Marrakech arrested this week a French national of Algerian origin wanted by the international community based on an arrest warrant issued by France. A security source said the 44-year-old man was identified through a check in the Interpol database. He was under a red notice for his alleged involvement with an international drug trafficking network. Initial findings show that the suspect is allegedly involved in organizing international drug trafficking operations to southern France between 2020 and 2021. The suspect is in custody for further investigations into the case. Meanwhile, police in Morocco notified the French judiciary of the suspect's arrest. The arrest is part of an international security cooperation and partnership, with Morocco committed to cooperating with partners against cross-border criminal activity. The North African country has made a series of similar arrests part of its cooperation with Interpol. One of the latest operations was in June, when security services arrested two British nationals subject to arrest warrants issued by the UK. The first suspect is allegedly involved in a case of voluntary manslaughter, while the second suspect was wanted for charges related to failure to appear in court and violations of parole conditions. Interpol and international partners have long emphasized the importance of Morocco's security approach. In May, Interpol President Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi emphasized Morocco's security approach, describing it as efficient, professional, and committed to human rights. He also commended King Mohammed VI's efforts and determination to consistently give special care and attention to bolstering security efforts locally and on regional and international levels Tags: InterpolInterpol and morocco
Morocco World
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Morocco World
Police in Agadir Arrest Two Wanted British Nationals
Rabat – Security services in Agadir arrested on Saturday two British nationals, subject to arrest warrants issued by the UK. The arrest took place based on precise intelligence from the General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance (DGST), a security source said. The first suspect is allegedly involved in a case of voluntary manslaughter, while the second was subject to an international wanted notice through a red notice issued by the UK. He was wanted for charges related to failure to appear in court and violations of parole conditions. The suspects are in custody as part of extradition proceedings. Police informed security authorities of the arrests to ensure the necessary extradition procedures. Morocco is a key stakeholder in the Interpol as the country has helped many countries to arrest suspects subject to arrest warrants. Earlier this month, Morocco's police arrested a French national of Malian origin on an international warrant issued by French judicial authorities. In May, Interpol President Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi commended Morocco's security efforts, describing the country's security system as advanced, efficient, professional, and committed to respecting human rights. Al Raisi also commended King Mohammed VI's efforts and determination to consistently give special care and attention to bolstering security efforts locally and on regional and international levels For the Interpol chief, Morocco has played a 'key role in supporting numerous global security projects and initiatives,' adding that the country contributed to strengthening international security cooperation mechanisms. The North African country has been playing a significant role in the fight against migrant smuggling networks, human trafficking, drug trafficking, terrorism, and organized crime, he added. Tags: Interpol and moroccoUK and Morocco
Morocco World
17-05-2025
- Politics
- Morocco World
Interpol President Reiterates Morocco's Ability to Tackle Security Challenges
Rabat – Interpol President Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi has offered a fresh commendation of Morocco's security efforts, tackling both local and regional challenges and threats. He made his remarks on Friday in El Jadida at the official ceremony of the 6th National Security Open Day, which has programming that will continue until May 21. Al Raisi described Morocco's security system as advanced, efficient, professional, and committed to respecting human rights, adding that the North African country demonstrated its ability to confront escalating security challenges. Al Raisi also shed light on King Mohammed VI's efforts and determination to consistently give special care and attention to bolstering security efforts locally and on regional and international levels. Morocco has been an active member of Interpol for nearly seven decades, contributing to regional security in coordination with international partners. As a member, Morocco has long offered important intelligence assisting Interpol to arrest high-profile criminals active in different drug and human trafficking networks. As part of this cooperation, Morocco assisted several countries in dismantling terror networks and arresting terrorist. Al Raisi said the North African country has played 'a key role in supporting numerous global security projects and initiatives,' noting that Morocco's efforts have significantly contributed to strengthening international security cooperation mechanisms, particularly in the fight against migrant smuggling networks, human trafficking, drug trafficking, terrorism, and organized crime.' The Interpol official recalled that Morocco's Police Commissioner Mhamed Dkhissi was appointed to Interpol Vice President for Africa, noting that this reflects the growing international confidence in the professionalism of the North African country's security personnel. He also remarked on Morocco's hosting of the 93rd Interpol General Assembly in Marrakech, noting that the event represents a 'culmination of Morocco's long-term efforts to modernize, reform, and continuously upgrade its national security system.' For his part, the Secretary of the Council of Arab Interior Ministers, Mohamed Ben Ali Koman, said Morocco's security services made significant strides in 'perfect harmony with the country's acceleration development.' Morocco is working to build bridges of communication between the police and society through different initiatives, including the Open Days, he said. Tags: InterpolInterpol and morocco
