Tánger

Tánger, a city in Morocco, is newsworthy due to two unrelated events. Firstly, it is a location where Moroccan authorities arrested individuals as part of a joint counter-terrorism operation with Spain. This operation targeted a suspected jihadist cell linked to Daesh (ISIS) allegedly planning attacks in Spain. The arrests in Tánger were coordinated with the arrest of the cell's leader in Palma, Spain. Secondly, Tánger serves as the setting for the new film "Calle Málaga," starring Carmen Maura. The film depicts the life of a Spanish woman living in Tánger whose life is disrupted when her daughter wants to sell her apartment. The film has received critical acclaim and highlights the experiences of Spaniards living in the city. Thus, Tánger's current relevance stems from its role in international counter-terrorism efforts and its depiction in contemporary cinema.