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Morocco World
2 days ago
- Morocco World
Police Arrest Seven in Agadir for Facilitating Baccalaureate Exam Cheating
Doha – Police in Agadir arrested seven individuals Thursday morning for allegedly facilitating cheating during Morocco's Baccalaureate exams. The suspects include two students, two private education teachers, and two university students. The operation, coordinated between the Provincial Judicial Police Service and the General Directorate of National Security (DGSN), began when authorities caught two Baccalaureate candidates using sophisticated wireless electronic equipment connected to communication networks inside an examination center. A simultaneous raid on an apartment in the same city led to the arrest of two private education teachers and two university students. These individuals allegedly provided exam answers to the arrested candidates through electronic equipment in exchange for money. Authorities seized mobile phones, a computer, cash, and receipts for financial transfers suspected to be proceeds from this criminal activity. The arrested suspects remain in police custody, while the two student candidates are subject to judicial investigation procedures under the supervision of the competent public prosecutor's office. In a similar case in Al Hoceima, the Provincial Judicial Police Service arrested a man in his twenties suspected of managing WhatsApp groups that receive and leak Baccalaureate exam answers in exchange for money through financial transfers. The public prosecutor at Al Hoceima Court of First Instance, Issa Yahyaoui, ordered the suspect's detention pending investigation. Reports indicate a growing commercial aspect to exam cheating, with accounts on social media platforms offering 'suitable prices' for 'facilitating the examination process and providing appropriate answers.' These services operate remotely, outside school walls, making enforcement increasingly difficult despite heightened security measures. These arrests come as the standard session of Morocco's unified national Baccalaureate examination began Thursday across the country. According to the Ministry of National Education, 495,395 candidates are participating this year, including 385,330 school students and 110,065 independent candidates. Strict measures, yet loopholes remain Despite strict security measures, including electronic scanners to prevent mobile phones or electronic devices from entering examination centers, news reports indicate that exam questions were seen circulating on social media shortly after the exams began. A ministry official told reporters that 'procedures are strict and firm' but acknowledged that some photos of exam papers were taken after envelopes were opened, which the official distinguished from true 'leaks' that would occur before envelopes are opened. Law 02.13 on examination fraud stipulates that those convicted of leaking exam subjects or helping provide answers face prison terms of three months to two years and fines of MAD 1,000 to MAD 20,000 ($100 to $2,000), or one of these penalties. Candidates caught exchanging information or using unauthorized electronic devices face fines of MAD 2,000 to MAD 5,000 ($200 to $500). The ministry has mobilized over 50,000 exam proctors across 1,995 examination centers containing 29,998 examination rooms. Results of the regular session will be announced on June 14, while the make-up session will be held July 3-7, with results expected on July 12. Read also: 495,000 Candidates to Sit for Morocco's Nationwide Baccalaureate 2025 Exams Tags: Baccalaureate Examscheating in baccalaureate exams
Morocco World
3 days ago
- Politics
- Morocco World
Morocco Calls for Shared Security Cooperation in Moscow
Rabat — Morocco is positioning itself as one of the international top leaders in security. Top Moroccan security officials traveled to Moscow this week to represent the North African country at a major international security conference. Abdellatif Hammouchi, Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance (DGSN), attended the 13th International Meeting of Senior Officials for Security and Intelligence Issues from May 27-29. Morocco calls for shared security cooperation During the forum, Hammouchi urged countries to work together to address growing strategic risks and threats, pointing out that neutralizing these dangers starts with creating a shared security structure that cannot be divided. 'National security and intelligence services must contribute through close cooperation and coordination with their counterparts in various countries around the world,' he said. The Moroccan official stressed that fair and equal cooperation between countries determines whether any shared security structure succeeds in facing strategic threats and challenges in today's world. 'In an open world characterized by constant movement of people across national borders and marked by criminal entities and virtual criminal infrastructure networks, we must create shared security fronts capable of containing and keeping pace with international preparations for security threats,' Hammouchi noted. He added that early warning duties and shared responsibilities require countries to exchange information about all detected or potential security threats. He said nations must share this information securely and immediately to achieve collective security based on win-win principles. Bilateral security meetings On the sidelines of the international forum, Hammouchi held intensive bilateral meetings and discussions with heads and members of various security and intelligence agencies from friendly countries. These included meetings with Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB). The bilateral talks focused on examining issues of mutual interest and ways to strengthen cooperation in facing emerging risks and threats. Morocco's international security role During the forum, Hammouchi delivered detailed remarks about Morocco's security vision and shared concrete data about international threats. He emphasized that Morocco understands well that neutralizing growing strategic risks and threats requires adopting a shared strategic security structure. International Criminal Networks Target Morocco Hammouchi outlined striking statistics that reveal the international connections of strategic threats, noting that Moroccan security services arrested 62 foreigners from 25 different countries during 2024 and the first three months of 2025. According to the security official, these individuals tried to infiltrate through border crossings while fleeing international arrest warrants issued by competent authorities in countries across four continents, namely Europe, Asia, Africa, and America. 'The basic observation is that all these arrested foreigners were involved in serious threats and crimes,' Hammouchi explained. The arrested individuals' crimes included connections to armed criminal groups, premeditated murder in the context of settling accounts, cybercrime, sexual assault on children, money laundering, and illegal drug trafficking. Hammouchi noted that most of these internationally wanted individuals benefited from networks that forged identity documents and travel papers. This facilitated their movement and travel across national borders between countries, highlighting the organized nature of international crime. This visit reflects Morocco's distinguished position and active role in international security cooperation. It also demonstrates the credibility that Moroccan security services enjoy with their international partners as a key player in joint efforts to maintain international security and stability. The participation reflects Morocco's commitment to multilateral security cooperation and its recognition as a reliable partner in addressing global security challenges. Sergei Shoigu, Secretary of Russia's Security Council, chaired the forum sessions, with the attendance of the country's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. The forum provides a platform for general sessions and specialized workshops covering various global security issues. Participants discussed the growing threats of terrorism, including new regional strongholds and emerging terrorist organization centers. They also addressed growing risks from cybercrime and cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure in different countries. Tags: DGSNDGSTHammouchiInternational SecurityMorocco
Ya Biladi
5 days ago
- Ya Biladi
Dutchman accused of Rotterdam shooting caught in Morocco
A 29-year-old Dutchman suspected of shooting a man in Rotterdam in February was arrested on Friday at Mohammed V airport in Casablanca, according to a statement from the General Directorate for National Security (DGSN) wrote on X. The suspect, who arrived in Casablanca on a flight from Brazil, was immediately detained after authorities discovered he was the subject of an Interpol red notice for attempted murder. #التعاون_الأمني_الدولي مطار محمد الخامس الدولي بالدار البيضاء.. توقيف مواطن من دولة الأراضي المنخفضة يشكل موضوع أمر دولي بإلقاء القبض صادر عن السلطات القضائية لبلاده، للاشتباه في تورطه في المشاركة في محاولة للقتل العمدي باستعمال السلاح الناري. — DGSN MAROC (@DGSN_MAROC) May 24, 2025 In February 2025, he allegedly shot a man at Tiendplein, a central area in Rotterdam. Eyewitnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots, and police found at least seven shell casings at the scene. The victim was seriously injured and rushed to the hospital. The suspect fled the scene in a white car and had been missing ever since, Dutch media reported on Sunday. He is now in pre-trial detention at a detention complex in Casablanca. Dutch authorities have been notified and are expected to prepare an extradition request. The suspect could face trial in the Netherlands later this year or early next year, where he risks a multi-year prison sentence.
Morocco World
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Morocco World
DGSN Open Days in El Jadida Breaks Attendance Record with 2.4 Million Visitors
Rabat – Morocco's sixth National Security Open Days drew a crowd of 2.4 million people to the Mohammed VI Exhibition Center in El Jadida between May 17-21, setting a new benchmark for the citizen-engagement event, the General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) announced on Wednesday. Attendance peaked over the opening weekend, when 1.18 million visitors, nearly half the five-day total, streamed through the gates. Students made up the largest bloc, with pupils from 1,916 public, private, traditional, and Koranic schools taking guided tours of the sprawling venue. The event also welcomed delegates from almost 1,500 civil-society organizations and reporters from 187 media outlets, including television and radio stations. While residents of El Jadida, Casablanca, Settat, Safi, and nearby towns were the majority of spectators, millions more followed the action online. Live streams and social-media updates on DGSN's official channels generated 29 million views and fed 1,256 separate media stories, showing the growing public appetite for a closer look at modern policing. Fifty themed stands under one roof Housed in a fully covered space, 50 interactive stands gave visitors an inside view of police work from forensic police and intervention units, support units for women and children who are victims of violence One highlight was the debut of 'AMANE,' an AI-equipped patrol vehicle designed by DGSN engineers to query security databases in real time during street interventions. Other pavilions featured Morocco's biometric ID and smart-border systems, the 'Ibalagh' platform for reporting harmful digital content, and a shared exhibition with the National Road Safety Agency (NARSA) illustrating their deepening partnership. During the open days, the DGSN showcased historic police vehicles spanning its 69-year history. A heritage gallery invited visitors to explore vintage uniforms, cameras, and patrol cars, while a 1,000 square-meter kids' zone mixed games with VR-powered safety lessons. The National Security cavalry and canine brigade staged a stand dedicated to professional demonstrations , and a 9,400 square-meter arena hosted special-forces drills, live-music ensembles, and close-protection showcases under concert-grade lights and sound. Away from the exhibition floor, seminars brought together academics, civil society, and police commanders to discuss artificial-intelligence ethics, digital identity, and large-event security topics that are all the focus as Morocco prepares to host the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Tags: DGSNDGSN open daysSecurity forces Morocco
Maroc
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Maroc
DGSN Open Days Highlight Strong Commitment of Mounted Police to Tourist Safety in Morocco
The Open Days of the Directorate General of National Security (DGSN) in El Jadida offer visitors a unique opportunity to learn about the Mounted Police's role in promoting tourist safety in Morocco, and its contribution to the protection of citizens and their property. Mounted Police units complement the work of other security services by carrying out surveillance and control operations using horses, whose ability to adapt to a variety of environments is a major asset, particularly in tourist areas, natural areas or areas with steep slopes. In this context, the head of the Equestrian Police division at the DGSN, Mohammed Bouhallouch, said that, as part of its proximity policy, the DGSN had set up this unit to provide security coverage in places that are difficult for vehicles and motorcycles to access, such as parks, urban forests and beaches, among others. In a statement to MAP, Bouhallouch stressed that, as part of its drive to strengthen community policing, the DGSN ensures a continuous presence of its officers in these natural and tourist areas, in order to guarantee the safety of citizens in general and tourists in particular, enabling them to enjoy these areas in complete peace of mind. He added that, thanks to its mounted units, the DGSN is working to reinforce the sense of security by monitoring areas that are difficult for conventional intervention vehicles to access, such as beaches and forests, while also helping to maintain public order during sporting and major cultural events. The Mounted Police stand, set up as part of these communication days, this year focuses on equestrian-related professions, given their essential role in preserving the health and safety of horses, as well as enhancing their ability to carry out the security missions entrusted to them, he pointed out. These professions include saddler, responsible for the manufacture, repair and maintenance of equestrian equipment (reins, bridles, saddles); groom, responsible for cleaning and equipping horses, ensuring their comfort in a healthy environment and overseeing their diet; farrier, specialized in shoeing and hoof maintenance; and veterinary assistant, who monitors the health of horses and guarantees a healthy and suitable living environment. MAP: 20 mai 2025
