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Instagram accounts fuelling Ceuta crisis with paid advice for help to cross
BBC's Top Comment podcast has found a network of Instagram profiles glamourising the swim around the Morocco-Ceuta border fence.
August 14, 2026PSV winger Driouech at Ibrox before expected Rangers move
PSV Eindhoven winger Couhaib Driouech is at Ibrox to watch Rangers face Jagiellonia Bialystok pending a transfer to the Scottish Premiership club.
August 13, 2026Spain rejects discussing sovereignty of enclaves with Morocco - Reuters
Spain rejects discussing sovereignty of enclaves with Morocco Reuters
August 12, 2026France bans unsolicited telemarketing calls
Cold calling is coming to an end in France, with one consumer group calling the ban a "small revolution".
August 11, 2026Spain threatens retaliation if Italy fails to lift border controls after Ceuta crossings
Italy has said it will not accept "ultimatums or impositions" after the mass crossing of migrants from Morocco to Ceuta last week.
August 7, 2026Man City reject Barcelona's Rodri bid & in talks for Bouaddi
Manchester City reject £38m offer from Barcelona for Rodri and remain in talks for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi.
August 7, 2026Morocco ready to cooperate on return of minors from Spain, state media says - Reuters
Morocco ready to cooperate on return of minors from Spain, state media says Reuters
August 6, 2026Thousands of migrants still in Ceuta after border crisis, local leader says
The Spanish territory's mayor-president also says 100 deaths occurred as a result of 78,000 migrants crossing from neighbouring Morocco.
August 6, 2026EU should use leverage with Morocco after Ceuta crossings, EU migration chief says - Reuters
EU should use leverage with Morocco after Ceuta crossings, EU migration chief says Reuters
August 6, 2026EU commends Spain's 'swift response' to Ceuta migrant crisis
About 70,000 of the 72,000 people who came to Ceuta illegally last week have been returned to Morocco, Spain says.
August 4, 2026EU calls for stronger borders after Ceuta migrant crossings
Ursula von der Leyen has called for action ahead of an urgent EU interior ministers meeting to discuss the issue.
August 3, 2026EU can give Morocco more border support, von der Leyen tells Spain after Ceuta spat - Reuters
EU can give Morocco more border support, von der Leyen tells Spain after Ceuta spat Reuters
August 3, 2026Moroccan king's letter confirms naming of major highway in honour of Trump
The highway enters Western Sahara, a disputed territory that Morocco claims sovereignty over.
August 3, 2026How Spain's migrant crisis created a political storm - whipped up by social media
The Ceuta crossings have shaken Europe politically, exposing divisions over the sensitive issue of migration, the BBC's Sarah Rainsford writes.
August 2, 2026EU calls emergency meeting to discuss Ceuta migrant crossings
There have been tense exchanges between Spain and other EU states over the influx of migrants into the enclave of Ceuta.
August 1, 2026Migrants say hunger and hostility drove them back from Spain's Ceuta to Morocco - Reuters
Migrants say hunger and hostility drove them back from Spain's Ceuta to Morocco Reuters
August 1, 2026What triggered the mass migrant crossings into Ceuta?
An estimated 60,000 migrants from Morocco have crossed into Ceuta, with dozens dying during the journey.
July 31, 2026About 60,000 migrants arrive in Ceuta in 24 hours, Spanish territory's leader says
The estimated number of arrivals is more than 70% of the population of the city, which is about 83,600.
July 31, 2026Spain, Morocco try to halt deadly rush on Spanish enclave after tens of thousands cross in a day - Reuters
Spain, Morocco try to halt deadly rush on Spanish enclave after tens of thousands cross in a day Reuters
July 31, 2026Russia imports gasoline cargo from Morocco, market sources say - Reuters
Russia imports gasoline cargo from Morocco, market sources say Reuters
July 31, 2026Migrants seen swimming around border fence of Spanish enclave Ceuta
The North African enclave's leader said resources were being overwhelmed after so many people entered by sea from Morocco.
July 30, 2026Hundreds of migrants swim from Morocco to Spanish enclave of Ceuta
The territory's leader said the influx is overwhelming resources and urged the Spanish government to intervene.
July 30, 2026Klopp starts Germany reign by threatening to quit
Jurgen Klopp starts his reign as Germany's head coach by threatening to quit if the media invades his family's privacy.
July 24, 2026Best goal, best player, best fans - BBC reporters' World Cup awards
BBC Sport reporters pick their best moments of the tournament - and you can vote for yours.
July 20, 2026Morocco to boost hotel beds by a fifth ahead of 2030 World Cup - Reuters
Morocco to boost hotel beds by a fifth ahead of 2030 World Cup Reuters
July 20, 2026West Africa’s ECOWAS bloc signs agreement backing Nigeria-Morocco atlantic gas pipeline, statement reports - Reuters
West Africa’s ECOWAS bloc signs agreement backing Nigeria-Morocco atlantic gas pipeline, statement reports Reuters
July 19, 2026Messi on the brink of history - will it be his last World Cup game?
Argentina captain Lionel Messi will play his 34th World Cup match in Sunday's final, but will it be his last appearance?
July 19, 2026Morocco and Spain to battle it out to host 2030 World Cup final - Reuters
Morocco and Spain to battle it out to host 2030 World Cup final Reuters
July 18, 2026Man Utd target Summerville - Thursday's gossip
West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville is a target for Manchester United, Arsenal are preparing an offer for Norway winger Antonio Nusa, Everton consider moving for Manchester City's Rico Lewis, plus more.
July 15, 2026American Elfath to referee England v Argentina
Fifa announce American referee Ismail Elfath will take charge of England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
July 14, 2026Senegal sack manager Thiaw in wake of World Cup exit
Senegal sack manager Pape Thiaw in the aftermath of the country's exit at the last-32 stage of the 2026 World Cup.
July 12, 2026Eliminated Morocco turn attention to co-hosting 2030 World Cup - Reuters
Eliminated Morocco turn attention to co-hosting 2030 World Cup Reuters
July 10, 2026Morocco have to accept defeat after being beaten by 'better' France - Reuters
Morocco have to accept defeat after being beaten by 'better' France Reuters
July 9, 2026France into semi-finals after comfortable win over Morocco
Kylian Mbappe scores his eighth goal of this World Cup to make up for an earlier penalty miss with Ousmane Dembele adding a second as France prove too good for Morocco and move into the semi-finals.
July 9, 2026'Absolute perfection!' Mbappe fires France ahead against Morocco
All the angles of Kylian Mbappe's opener for France against Morocco in the 2026 World Cup.
July 9, 2026France start with Doue instead of Barcola, Diaz to operate as lone striker for Morocco - Reuters
France start with Doue instead of Barcola, Diaz to operate as lone striker for Morocco Reuters
July 9, 2026Morocco's unfinished business with France
Morocco are set to play in another World Cup quarter-final, but are they football's dreamers or is this where they belong?
July 9, 2026France, Morocco bring post-colonial ties and family feel to Boston - Reuters
France, Morocco bring post-colonial ties and family feel to Boston Reuters
July 9, 2026Saibari out for Morocco but coach says France game will not hold any surprises - Reuters
Saibari out for Morocco but coach says France game will not hold any surprises Reuters
July 8, 2026No room for praise yet, we want World Cup title, says Morocco coach Ouahbi - Reuters
No room for praise yet, we want World Cup title, says Morocco coach Ouahbi Reuters
July 8, 2026Clinical Morocco ease past Canada 3-0 to reach World Cup quarter-finals - Reuters
Clinical Morocco ease past Canada 3-0 to reach World Cup quarter-finals Reuters
July 4, 2026Morocco's ruthless touch and street smarts show evolution into top team - Reuters
Morocco's ruthless touch and street smarts show evolution into top team Reuters
July 4, 2026Ounahi gives Morocco the lead against Canada
Azzedine Ounahi scores the opener for Morocco against Canada in the last 32 of the 2026 World Cup.
July 4, 2026Captain Davies on the bench for Canada in last-16 clash with Morocco - Reuters
Captain Davies on the bench for Canada in last-16 clash with Morocco Reuters
July 4, 2026From one to 16 - ranking every team left in the World Cup
BBC Sport ranks the 16 teams left in the World Cup. Do Argentina deserve to be in the top three? Should Norway be higher? What about England's position?
July 4, 2026Dutch players suffer online racist abuse after shootout loss to Morocco - Reuters
Dutch players suffer online racist abuse after shootout loss to Morocco Reuters
June 30, 2026Morocco have earned world's respect after beating Dutch, says coach Ouahbi - Reuters
Morocco have earned world's respect after beating Dutch, says coach Ouahbi Reuters
June 30, 2026Emotional Gakpo scores days after loss of unborn son
Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo scores for the Netherlands days after the loss of his unborn son, as they are knocked out on penalties by Morocco.
June 30, 2026Move over Messi and Ronaldo - the new generation shining at World Cup
BBC Sport looks at five young players who are making a big impression on the same World Cup stage as veterans Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
June 29, 2026Dutch predict Morocco clash could be a thriller but feel it comes too soon - Reuters
Dutch predict Morocco clash could be a thriller but feel it comes too soon Reuters
June 29, 2026Morocco need different solutions against the Netherlands, says coach Ouahbi - Reuters
Morocco need different solutions against the Netherlands, says coach Ouahbi Reuters
June 28, 2026Canada eligible to join Eurovision competition
Prime Minister Mark Carney raised the idea of Canada joining the song contest in his 2025 budget.
June 26, 2026Netherlands cruise past Tunisia to clinch top spot, set up Morocco clash - Reuters
Netherlands cruise past Tunisia to clinch top spot, set up Morocco clash Reuters
June 26, 2026Morocco earn comeback win over Haiti to reach last 32 as group runners-up - Reuters
Morocco earn comeback win over Haiti to reach last 32 as group runners-up Reuters
June 25, 2026What have we learned from Scotland's World Cup so far as Brazil test looms?
After a win over Haiti and a narrow defeat by Morocco, BBC Sport Scotland assesses what we have learned from Scotland's World Cup so far.
June 21, 2026'Big decisions went against Scotland'
BBC Sport Scotland's Liam McLeod and James McFadden analyse the three key decisions that went against Scotland during their World Cup Group C 1-0 defeat against Morocco.
June 20, 2026Should Scotland have had two penalties & been playing against 10 men?
Were Scotland hard done by in Boston in losing 1-0 to Morocco in their second game of the World Cup finals?
June 20, 2026On another day that's a penalty - Clarke on McGinn claim
Scotland boss Steve Clarke believes the challenge on John McGinn by Neil El Aynaoui was the Tartan Army's strongest penalty claim against Morocco.
June 20, 2026Scotland fall to narrow defeat against Morocco
Scotland concede after 71 seconds and fall to a World Cup defeat against a classy Morocco, but their hopes of a historic knock-out place remain in their own hands with one group game to go.
June 20, 2026Morocco bully Scotland into submission for 1-0 win, take control of Group C - Reuters
Morocco bully Scotland into submission for 1-0 win, take control of Group C Reuters
June 20, 2026'Nightmare start for Scotland' - Morocco score after 71 seconds
Morocco's Ismael Saibari stuns Scotland with a superb finish after just 71 seconds in their World Cup Group C game in Boston.
June 19, 2026Did key decisions go against Scotland in Morocco match?
Should Scotland feel aggrieved after three key decisions in their World Cup Group C match against Morocco in Boston?
June 19, 2026Morocco and PSG player Hakimi to stand trial on rape charge - Reuters
Morocco and PSG player Hakimi to stand trial on rape charge Reuters
June 19, 2026Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi to stand trial for rape
French prosecutors confirm Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape, in accusations dating back to 2023.
June 19, 2026Scotland's totems must turn up to thwart dynamic Morocco
Scotland will need their best display since Steve Clarke took over to achieve the result against Morocco that will secure knockout tournament football for the first time, writes Tom English.
June 19, 2026Strugglers no more: Morocco fans brimming with pride at being part of World Cup elite - Reuters
Strugglers no more: Morocco fans brimming with pride at being part of World Cup elite Reuters
June 19, 2026Most shots? Best dribbler? World Cup so far in numbers
Now every team has played once, BBC Sport take a look at who has been the best and worst players so far according to the stats.
June 18, 2026How sweltering Scotland can handle World Cup heat
With Scotland's World Cup games expected to take place in temperatures of around 30C, Steve Clarke and his team will have to battle the conditions as well as Morocco and Brazil.
June 17, 2026Meet the striker who doesn't score often - but Scotland win when he does
Lyndon Dykes has taken a long road to a major finals with Scotland but he's bald, belligerent and up for the battle against Morocco.
June 16, 2026Argentina rally around 'competitive animal' Messi ahead of World Cup opener - Reuters
Argentina rally around 'competitive animal' Messi ahead of World Cup opener Reuters
June 15, 2026Arsenal & Liverpool in Bouaddi talks - Monday's gossip
Arsenal and Liverpool are keen on Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, Manchester City target a move for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, plus more.
June 14, 2026World Cup teams reject Ceferin 'uninteresting' claim
Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin has been criticised for reportedly claiming the World Cup expansion for the 2026 finals has led to 'uninteresting' games.
June 14, 2026Teenage prodigy Bouaddi strides imperiously onto World Cup stage - Reuters
Teenage prodigy Bouaddi strides imperiously onto World Cup stage Reuters
June 14, 2026Fifa to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup fee
Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup, will still receive his tournament fee from Fifa in full.
June 14, 2026Ancelotti's Brazil escape Morocco scare after first-half horror show - Reuters
Ancelotti's Brazil escape Morocco scare after first-half horror show Reuters
June 14, 2026Ancelotti says Brazil must improve after 1-1 World Cup draw - Reuters
Ancelotti says Brazil must improve after 1-1 World Cup draw Reuters
June 14, 2026Spectacular Vinicius Jr goal earns Brazil draw against Morocco
Vinicius Jr scores a spectacular solo goal to earn a draw for five-time winners Brazil against Morocco at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
June 14, 2026Morocco expose Brazil flaws but settle for draw in World Cup heavyweight clash - Reuters
Morocco expose Brazil flaws but settle for draw in World Cup heavyweight clash Reuters
June 14, 2026Vinicius Jr scores 'lightning bolt' equaliser for Brazil
Brazil's Vinicius Jr fires home a "lightning bolt" of a strike to level up the scores in against Morocco in their Group C match in the 2026 World Cup.
June 13, 2026Saibari's 'clinical' finish gives Morocco lead against Brazil
Morocco's Ismael Saibari fires his side into the lead against Brazil with a clinical finish in the 21st minute of their Group C match at the 2026 World Cup.
June 13, 2026Bollywood's Nora Fatehi hopes her FIFA World Cup song brings 'unity'
The Canadian-born artist will be performing her official Fifa song at the Toronto opening ceremony.
June 12, 2026Pope Leo visits Canary Islands to highlight perilous journeys of migrants
During his trip, the Pope will appeal for a humane approach and respectful welcome for migrants seeking a better life.
June 11, 2026'A World Cup for them not us': Fans' anger at US travel bans and visa restrictions
Fans across the world say US travel bans and visa regulations make them feel excluded from the World Cup.
June 7, 2026Body of second missing US soldier recovered in Morocco - Reuters
Body of second missing US soldier recovered in Morocco Reuters
May 13, 2026Body of US soldier who went missing in Morocco has been found and identified
A search is still ongoing for the second US soldier who went missing during a multinational military training exercise in Morocco.
May 10, 2026Body of missing US soldier recovered in Morocco - Reuters
Body of missing US soldier recovered in Morocco Reuters
May 10, 2026Two US service members reported missing in Morocco, officials say
A search and rescue operation is underway for the service members, the US African Command said.
May 3, 2026Two US troops missing during African Lion exercise in Morocco - Reuters
Two US troops missing during African Lion exercise in Morocco Reuters
May 3, 2026Morocco reports 7% rise in first-quarter tourist arrivals - reuters.com
Morocco reports 7% rise in first-quarter tourist arrivals reuters.com
April 3, 2026African football chief resigns following row over Morocco-Senegal final
Veron Mosengo-Omba, a controversial figure, leaves at a turbulent time for African football.
March 29, 2026Senegal to parade Afcon trophy despite title being stripped
Senegal's Football Federation boss calls the decision to hand Morocco the Afcon title a "robbery" amid plans to parade the trophy before Saturday's friendly against Peru in Paris.
March 26, 2026White House says US seeking fertilizer from Venezuela, Morocco - Reuters
White House says US seeking fertilizer from Venezuela, Morocco Reuters
March 17, 2026Air freight rates soar as Middle East conflict blocks trade routes - Reuters
Air freight rates soar as Middle East conflict blocks trade routes Reuters
March 13, 2026Sweden says ship seized in Baltic Sea had false flag, one crew member notified of crime - Reuters
Sweden says ship seized in Baltic Sea had false flag, one crew member notified of crime Reuters
March 7, 2026Epstein tried to buy a palace in Morocco days before his arrest in 2019
The disgraced financier was in talks to buy luxury abode Bin Ennakhi - but the purchase was never completed.
February 27, 2026