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Jul- 2023 -

6 July

Israeli Merkava tanks are positioned in the north of Israel near the border with Lebanon.

Morocco to Receive Merkava Tanks From Israel

Morocco is set to receive an unspecified number of Merkava tanks from Israel as part of the African nation’s efforts to bolster its military firepower.

Jun- 2023 -

27 June

Commentary

Brigadier-General Alireza Sabahifard, center, unveils the "Kian," a high-precision drone that can locate and attack targets far from the country's borders during a ceremony in the capital Tehran, September 2019.

Lonzo Cook

Destabilizing Africa: Iranian Drones Menace Morocco

With support for opponents of Morocco, Iran seeks to undermine a staunch Western ally that serves as a bedrock of stability in a troubled neighborhood.

6 June

Africa

Staff Writer With AFP

Israeli Soldiers to Join Moroccan War Games for First Time

Israeli soldiers will for the first time take part in military exercises in Morocco when the biggest war games event in Africa kicks off Tuesday, the Israeli army said.

May- 2023 -

31 May

Africa

Joe Saballa

Morocco Acquires Chinese HJ-9A Anti-Tank Missiles

The Royal Moroccan Navy recently showcased its newly-acquired Chinese HJ-9A anti-tank missile system, the Red Arrow 9A.

Apr- 2023 -

13 April

Africa

Inder Singh Bisht

US Approves HIMARS, Joint Standoff Weapons Sale to Morocco

The US State Department has approved the possible sale of High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems and related equipment for $524.2 million to Morocco.

Mar- 2023 -

15 March

Africa

Members of Moroccan special forces take part in a military exercise

Staff Writer With AFP

Morocco Arrests Suspected Jihadists After Police Death

Moroccan police arrested three suspected members of Islamic State over the killing of an officer whose charred body was found this month, the authorities said.

Jan- 2023 -

23 January

Africa