2024-03-22 01:52:49
In a world where superpowers engage in espionage battles worthy of the greatest Hollywood thrillers, a surprising revelation emerges from Spain’s latest 2023 Annual National Security Report.
Morocco, often portrayed as a maestro of secret schemes, is absolved of any sin of interference in Iberian affairs! This revelation upsets preconceptions, particularly for those who perceived the Pegasus saga as the imprint of a Moroccan conspiracy. Against all expectations, the document exonerates Morocco from accusations of interference and espionage, in particular those linked to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, which had exacerbated diplomatic tensions. This clarification highlights the absence of evidence against Morocco, in contrast to the explicit mentions of Russia and China for their espionage maneuvers on Spanish soil.
Thus, the report makes a clear cut on the allegations which blurred relations between Madrid and Rabat, accusations mainly propagated by the right and far-right fringes and exacerbated by Algeria. The result of an in-depth examination by the Spanish authorities, the report does not cite Morocco among the threats, instead highlighting the espionage and influence actions of Russia and China. De facto, the speculations which have long darkened relations between the two countries are officially ruled out, clarifying Morocco’s position in the Spanish security context. So let’s imagine for a moment Morocco, like a thriller protagonist, orchestrating maneuvers worthy of a spy film! However, this scenario evaporates when reading the report, which, in a reversal of the situation, does not mention any involvement of ” Enchanting Kingdom“, thus contradicting stories more complex than a turbulent ocean.
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However, far from these scenarios worthy of James Bond, Morocco prefers to play in a completely different genre: that of peace, cooperation and sustainable development. The Kingdom, which could have been assigned the role of “ wicked“, turns out to be rather a partner in the complex dance of international cooperation. Exit the espionage scenario, make way for a bilateral relationship marked by joint operations and coordination. in real time “. But wasn’t it Morocco that was accused of having orchestrated a espionage campaign worthy of a thriller film, starring the smartphones of senior Spanish officials, in a context of diplomatic crisis worthy of a novel? by John le Carré? And yet, as if by magic, these accusations dissipate, leaving behind a cloud of baseless speculation.
Conversely, the authors of these accusations, armed to the teeth with suppositions and conjectures, now seem to be standing on an empty stage, the curtain falling, revealing that Morocco was not the specter in the machine. No, the Kingdom presents itself as a strategic partner, an ally in the fight against very real and unfabricated threats. This means that Morocco, with its virtuoso dexterity, chooses to dedicate itself to the export of its cultural wealth and the development of innovative solar projects. Rather than engaging in espionage maneuvers, it prefers to transform its deserts into renewable energy sources, reaching out for beneficial collaborations beyond its borders. Furthermore, with his royal courtesy, he does not seem offended by these accusations which have become ghosts. Like a valiant knight, he stands out on the world stage, carrying high the standards of South-South cooperation, African integration, and intercultural dialogue.
The report therefore reveals a reality where Morocco and Spain continue to chart the path to a fruitful collaboration, far from the espionage intrigues fantasized by some. Despite the resistance of some Spanish politicians to accept this reality, Moroccan-Spanish history is preparing to begin an unprecedented chapter, focused on cooperation rather than the mysteries of espionage. Certainly, the clarity provided by the 2023 Annual National Security Report, which exonerates Morocco, could irritate certain right-wing and far-right Spanish politicians, who have persisted in accusing Morocco of spying on the communications of key Spanish figures , including President Pedro Sanchez, as well as Ministers Margarita Robles (Defense) and Fernando Grande-Marlaska (Interior), suggesting that this influenced Sanchez’s support for the Moroccan autonomy plan for the Sahara. However, these speculations have already been invalidated by the Spanish intelligence services in June 2022, rejecting any Moroccan involvement in the hacking of the phones of members of the executive.
Consequently, the report, by omitting any mention of Morocco in connection with espionage activities, reaffirms its role as a reliable partner and mediator between Europe and Africa, a fervent promoter of peace and development. Ultimately, the ghost of Pegasus, which might have haunted Morocco-Spain relations, appears to have been exorcised, giving way to a narrative where Morocco is celebrated not for its espionage prowess, but for its vision and values . And if we were to award an Oscar for the best role in promoting peace and development, there is no doubt that Morocco would be on the list of nominees.
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In real life Jackson Lamb may not be as far from the truth as Bond or Bourne were but he was a brilliant creation by the excellent author Mick Herron. Nevertheless, it’s worth remembering Pemberton’s People in MI6 were for real and included characters who would have overshadowed the likes of Jackson.
Pemberton’s People included Roy Astley Richards (inter alia Winston Churchill’s bodyguard), Peter ‘Scrubber’ Stewart-Richardson (an eccentric British Brigadier who tried to join the Afghan Mujahideen), Peter Goss (an SAS Colonel and JIC member involved in the Clockwork Orange Plot concerning Prime Minister Harold Wilson) and even the infamous rogue Major Freddy Mace (who featured in Hansard for all the wrong reasons and impudently highlighted his cat burgling and silent killing skills in his CV).
If real scoundrels operating in the dark are your cup of Novichok then read Beyond Enkription in The Burlington Files espionage series about MI6. First though, browse some of the more recent brief news articles in TheBurlingtonFiles website. Soon you’ll be immersed in a world you won’t want to exit.
Beyond Enkription is a fact based spy thriller and a must read for espionage illuminati and cognoscenti as long as you don’t expect John le Carré’s delicate diction, sophisticated syntax and placid plots. Nevertheless, it has been heralded by one US critic as “being up there with My Silent War by Kim Philby and No Other Choice by George Blake”. Little wonder Beyond Enkription is mandatory reading on some countries’ intelligence induction programs.
See https://theburlingtonfiles.org/news_2022.10.31.php.