A wedding ceremony for a drug lord in Morocco, known as "Moussa," has triggered European investigations into the relationship between Moroccan intelligence and security agencies and drug trafficking networks. According to the Spanish newspaper "El Independiente," the event, held in the town of Azghenghan near Nador, was attended by some of the most dangerous drug leaders wanted internationally, sparking outrage among anti-drug agencies in several Western countries.
Internal Security Conflict Reveals the Truth
Reports indicate an internal power struggle between Morocco's two main intelligence agencies: the General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance (DGST), led by Abdellatif Hammouchi, and the General Directorate for Studies and Documentation (DGED), led by Yassine Mansouri. Media outlets affiliated with the DGST have accused officials from the foreign intelligence service of involvement in drug smuggling. A Moroccan source close to the "Makhzen" system described this as an "almost official admission and an unprecedented event." This internal conflict has shed light on complex relationships between security agencies and drug trafficking networks, reminiscent of the situation in Colombia in the 1990s.
"Moussa's" Wedding: A Show of Power and Impunity
The wedding of the baron Moussa was held with complete ease, attended by wanted drug traffickers from countries such as the Netherlands, France, and Spain, who came from various locations, including Dubai. The ceremony was a lavish display of wealth, featuring luxury cars, weapons, and live music, and was widely shared on social media. This brazen show sends a clear message that these barons enjoy protection and influence and are above the law, raising questions about the role of Moroccan authorities in facilitating their activities.
Suspicious Cooperation and "Moussa's" Escape
European investigations suggest a comprehensive cooperation between Moroccan intelligence agencies and drug trafficking operations. Reports confirm that Moroccan authorities took no action to arrest Moussa, despite multiple arrest warrants against him. On the contrary, it is believed that the government intervened after the ceremony to facilitate his departure from the area. Moussa and his wife fled to Spain after receiving a call urging him to escape. He is currently located in a European country. This behavior supports the theory of collusion between some Moroccan government bodies and drug barons, allowing them to evade justice and escape punishment.
Morocco: A Haven for Drug Lords?
Reports indicate that Morocco has become a haven for a number of drug trafficking leaders, much like the UAE has become a preferred destination for wanted individuals. In recent years, Morocco has seen the escape of prominent figures such as Sergio Jesús Carrasco, wanted in Spain, and Karim Bouyakhrichen, wanted in the Netherlands. Repeated judicial errors have led to the release of some of these wanted individuals, raising suspicions of manipulation within the Moroccan judicial system to serve the interests of these criminal networks.
Will this conflict between security agencies and European investigations uncover more truths about drug trafficking networks in Morocco and their relationship with the authorities?