Netherlands Closes Morocco Criminal Loophole

Dutch parliament just greenlit a major extradition pact with Morocco, closing a notorious loophole criminals have exploited to hide out. The deal targets serious crimes like murder and money laundering, requiring at least a year in prison in both countries. Morocco, which typically won’t send back its own citizens—even dual nationals—now faces legal pressure to prosecute or extradite. Triggered by a deadly 2017 Marrakesh shooting linked to Dutch hitmen working for gang boss Ridouan Taghi, this treaty is part of a wider crackdown, with similar deals underway with Colombia and already in place with the UAE. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/35907e210871e3e6