# Moroccan DGSN security and administrative updates

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> Updated: 2026-08-27T15:19:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) has undertaken administrative and operational expansions within Morocco. Initially, the DGSN announced a series of security appointments across 13 cities, including Casablanca, Marrakech, and Agadir, to modernize human resource management and ensure leadership rotation.

Following these administrative changes, the DGSN expanded its specialized operational capabilities by launching the eighth Regional Explosives Squad in Agadir. This new unit is equipped with advanced technical resources, such as remote-controlled robots for bomb disposal, and is tasked with monitoring major social and sporting events to mitigate risks.

## Claims

- The General Directorate of National Security officially launched the Regional Explosives Squad for the Agadir security prefecture. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The squad's duties include scanning and monitoring major sporting, artistic, and social events. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The unit provides technical expertise for judicial investigations involving explosive materials. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Personnel underwent a two-stage training program supervised by the Central Explosives Service. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The Agadir squad is the eighth regional explosives unit established in Morocco. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The unit is equipped with a remote-controlled robot for handling explosives. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: Agadir security launches eighth regional explosives squad in Morocco

Morocco's General Directorate of National Security has launched the eighth regional explosives squad in Agadir, equipped with remote-controlled robots and specialized training for high-risk security tasks.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/agadir-security-launches-eighth-regional-explosives-squad-in-morocco

### 2026-08-08: DGSN announces new security appointments in 13 Moroccan cities

Morocco's DGSN has appointed new officials to 20 responsibility positions across 13 cities to enhance security operations and modernize administrative management.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moroccos-national-security-directorate-announces-new-city-appointments

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