Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune hosted a meeting with Mauritanian Foreign Minister Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug on Tuesday, January 16, underscoring Algeria's commitment to strengthening ties with the neighboring nation. Following their discussion, Merzoug conveyed to the media President Tebboune's assurances of «the unwavering determination of the Algerian people and government to advance bilateral cooperation relations between the two brotherly countries». This meeting
125 Moroccan soldiers deserted during the Indochina War. They escaped death seeking refuge in Vietnam to lead a miserable life away from their country for several years after being repatriated in January 1972. Flashback.
The fourth season of Special Forces VIPS, a Dutch reality show, sets the stage in the vast expanses of the Sahara desert in Morocco, where twelve brave Dutch stars will put their physical and mental fortitude to the ultimate test, Telegraaf reported on Monday. From influencer Dutch Demi de Boer and actor Thijs Boermans to Olympic judo champion Edith Bosch and TV chef London Loy, each VIP will push their limits under the relentless Sahara sun and the watchful eyes of elite Special Forces
A Moroccan inmate has been found dead in his cell in Italy, after tragically taking his own life. The 38-year-old inmate was serving his sentence at the Poggioreale prison in Naples. The prisoner, without a fixed address, committed suicide at dawn, Cronache della Campania reported on Tuesday. The body of the Moroccan was transferred to the Forensic Medicine department of the Federiciano Polyclinic, at the disposal of the judicial authorities. This tragedy marks the third death within
Clean energy metals firm Critical Mineral Resources (CMR) has acquired 26 exploration permits for copper, antimony, tungsten, lead-zinc and gold in central Morocco, online news outlet Proactive Investors reported on Tuesday. The deal was reached through the acquisition of Moroccan group Hesperis Resources. The exploration licenses are in the Rabat, Beni-Mellal, Agadir and Errachidia administrative regions. CMR's payment for acquiring Hesperis consists of two tranches: 3 million shares
During a press conference ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) debut, Moroccan national team manager Walid Regragui emphasized the importance of securing a win in their first match against Tanzania. He acknowledged the surprises in the tournament's early days, but stressed his team's readiness and excitement. Regragui underscored the significance of a strong start, stating, «Winning the first match would set the tone for the national team's entire tournament journey. I trust the
Algeria has delivered a hefty shipment of fertilizer to Kenya, marking a direct challenge to Morocco's burgeoning fertilizer diplomacy in Africa. This move comes just as Kenyan senators advocate for normalized relations with Rabat.
Chinese giant Changan Automobile has announced its official entry into the Moroccan market through a strategic partnership with Bugshan Automotive Group. Changan, a leading player in China's automotive industry with over 160 years of experience, boasts a rich history of innovation and design. Renowned for its diverse, stylish models and advanced technology, Changan caters to a wide range of customer preferences, offering electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles alongside traditional gasoline
Moroccan-Belgian winger Othmane Boussaid is weighing up the possibility of representing the Atlas Lions internationally. Currently playing for Dutch Eredivisie club FC Utrecht, the 23-year-old has hinted at switching allegiances from his previous experience with Belgium's U-21 team. Speaking to Dutch sports outlet VoetbalPrimeur, Boussaid acknowledged pondering the Moroccan Football Federation's offer: «I consider it, and yes, we talk about it sometimes». However, when pressed on
On Monday, January 15th, Algerian army Chief of Staff General Said Chengriha visited the 2nd military region in Oran, close to the Moroccan border. During the visit, he emphasized Algeria's unwavering support for the Polisario Front. «Algeria, having suffered under colonialism, will remain committed to just causes worldwide, particularly Palestine and Western Sahara», he declared in a speech. «We are actively pursuing a solution through legitimate means and international