Tourism Momentum: Morocco welcomed 7.7 million tourists in the first five months of 2026, up 7% year on year, with 1.7 million arrivals in May alone (+13%), as the Ministry of Tourism credits stronger air links and upgraded visitor infrastructure. Sports Security: Morocco’s top security official, Abdellatif Hammouchi, chaired a Rabat meeting to tighten crowd-control and stadium safety ahead of major international events, including wider use of video surveillance and unified regional plans. World Cup Travel Rules: FIFA has banned refillable water bottles at World Cup venues, citing safety risks, adding to the list of stadium restrictions that could affect fan logistics. Neymar Fitness Watch (Morocco Match Impact): Brazil’s Neymar remains sidelined with a grade-two calf strain and is set for an MRI scan, leaving his June 13 opener vs Morocco in doubt. IAEA & Safety: A Moroccan nuclear expert joined an IAEA mission to Malta assessing radiation safety standards, supporting stronger regulatory oversight. Refugee Repatriation: Five Moroccan women were repatriated from Syria’s Al-Hol camp, while about 54 others still await return amid complex legal documentation.