Morocco Rocked by Allegations Surrounding Intelligence Official Mehdi Hijaouy
Rabat, Morocco – September 8, 2025 – A storm is brewing within Moroccan intelligence circles following the emergence of claims concerning Mehdi Hijaouy, a former official with the Directorate General of External Security (DGED). Online postings and associated discussions allege Hijaouy possessed sensitive information regarding international intelligence operations, perhaps compromising national security and sparking a complex web of international implications.
The controversy centers on accusations that Hijaouy had access to data concerning the operations of multiple foreign intelligence agencies, including France’s DGSE, israel’s Mossad, the United Kingdom’s MI6, and the United States’ CIA, alongside morocco’s own Directorate General of National Security (DGST) and the national identification system (CNI). The allegations, circulating on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), raise questions about potential leaks, internal security protocols, and the extent of international intelligence sharing involving Morocco. The timing of these revelations is particularly sensitive, occurring amidst heightened geopolitical tensions in North Africa and the Sahel region.
Details remain fragmented, originating from a post shared on X by user @H2M6H3, which has quickly gained traction. The source material does not specify the nature of the information Hijaouy allegedly possessed, nor does it detail how he acquired it. Though,the inclusion of multiple prominent intelligence agencies suggests the scope of the alleged knowledge is ample. The Moroccan government has not yet issued an official statement regarding the matter.
The emergence of these claims has prompted speculation about potential motives,ranging from internal power struggles within Moroccan intelligence to attempts at disinformation. Further investigation is needed to verify the authenticity of the allegations and assess the potential damage to Morocco’s intelligence capabilities and international relationships. The case is being closely watched by security analysts and international observers, who anticipate a significant impact on regional intelligence dynamics.