The docking of an Israeli warship in the port of Tangiers has sparked criticism from several Moroccan opposition political bodies. The Party of Progress and Socialism (PPS) expressed strong disapproval, stating, «In light of ongoing brutal Israeli aggression, normal relations with Israel or allowing an Israeli military vessel to dock in a Moroccan port are unacceptable», voiced by the comrades of Nabil Benabdellah. Echoing this sentiment, the political bureau of the
The widow of Moroccan politician Mehdi Ben Barka, who disappeared in Paris in 1965, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 26, in Paris, surrounded by her loved ones. Rhita Bennani dedicated her life to uncovering the truth behind her husband's «abduction and disappearance», her family said in a statement. Bennani, who had been living in France since 1964, fought tirelessly to unveil the fate of her late husband. Mehdi Ben Barka was the head of the left-wing National Union of
In the Italian city of Verona, police concluded a series of arrests on Friday, June 21, by apprehending the last of six Moroccan suspects involved in the torture of a 26-year-old compatriot, reports Il Gazzettino. The suspects, all undocumented immigrants, targeted the man after he reported them for assaulting two Somalis ten days earlier. The initial assault led to one of the Somalis tragically drowning in the Camuzzoni canal while trying to escape their attackers. In retaliation, the group
Houston Texans quarterback CJ Stroud and Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields reunited this weekend in Morocco for a youth football camp. The former teammates joined quarterbacks coach Quincy Avery in Skhirat, where they spent time working with young players, some as young as 11, during a three-hour session with FlexWork Football Camp. CJ Stroud and Justin Fields in Morocco ? pic.twitter.com/tsYurLRvGY — Nick Schwager (@NickSchwagerNFL) June 23, 2024 Their visit took place
This year's early fruit and vegetable season in Morocco has been challenging for exporters, according to Moroccan exporter Mostapha Mohattan, who deals with the French market. Speaking to Fresh Plaza, he calls the season «mixed», citing unpredictable weather in Morocco, European farmer strikes, and fluctuating prices, all of which impacted exports. Despite these disruptive factors, demand for Moroccan produce remains steady. «Fortunately», Mohattan explained,
Following the Confederation of African Football's (CAF) decision to postpone the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) 2025 to December, some Algerian media outlets have expressed concerns about the rescheduled tournament in Morocco.
Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita received a Palestinian delegation in Rabat on Tuesday, June 25, led by Ashraf Al Aawar, Palestinian Minister Responsible for the Al-Quds Dossier. Speaking to Al Aoula news channel, Al Aawar thanked King Mohammed VI for sending 40 tons of humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. He also praised the kingdom's ongoing financial support to the Rabat-based Bayt Mal Al-Quds Acharif Agency, calling on Arab and Islamic states to follow Morocco's example. The delegation
In the Tindouf camps, the Oulad Tidranine tribe seeks justice for one of its members, a trader who fell victim to the theft of a shipment of cell phones purchased in Mauritania, with an estimated value exceeding 8 million Algerian dinars (around 590,000 DH). The Polisario is accused of orchestrating the operation. A former Polisario member who had returned to the kingdom told Yabiladi that drug trafficking, smuggling, and the embezzlement of fuel or humanitarian aid are often managed by
On Tuesday, the Minister of Equipment and Water, Nizar Baraka, presented the House of Councillors with data on Morocco's desalinated seawater production. «Morocco currently produces 193 million cubic meters (m³) of desalinated water, with 80 million m³ allocated for domestic consumption and the remainder serving agricultural and industrial needs», explained Baraka in response to four questions on the topic. The Minister highlighted Morocco's extensive experience in
Despite a year marked by the Al Haouz earthquake, Morocco outperformed its competitors with increases in arrivals (34%), overnight stays (35%), and revenues (12%). Meeting in Rabat on Tuesday, June 25, the Board of Directors of the Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT) reviewed the unprecedented performance in 2023, as part of the Light in Action offensive action plan. «These achievements confirm the sector's dynamism, the fruit of the efforts made by the ONMT, particularly in the areas
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