Russia balances ties with Morocco and Algeria amidst Western sanctions

Russia is striving to navigate a delicate diplomatic balance between Morocco and Algeria. In the wake of an interview with its envoy in an Algerian media outlet, the Russian news agency RIA Novosti has turned the spotlight on Ambassador Vladimir Baibakov in Rabat. The ambassador underscored a pivotal facet of Moroccan-Russian relations: economic exchanges. Ambassador Baibakov expressed his satisfaction, stating that «Russia and Morocco sustain robust trade and economic ties, with a

Morocco commissions forensic analysis on Hassan II and Jane Benzaquen resemblance

Morocco has enlisted a British firm specializing in forensic image analysis to evaluate the physical resemblance between Hassan II and Jane Benzaquen, a Jewish Moroccan woman asserting she is his biological daughter. According to a report by SRi Forensics, commissioned by legal representatives associated with Morocco, the facial similarities observed do not provide sufficient evidence of kinship, El Independiente reported this Saturday. Experts underscore that the resemblances between the two

Return of evacuated citizens to Larache begins with coordinated efforts in Fnideq

The return of citizens who were temporarily evacuated to the city of Fnideq due to recent meteorological disturbances in the province of Larache commenced on Sunday. This initiative follows the Ministry of the Interior's announcement to implement measures for the safe and gradual return of residents previously evacuated from various territorial communities across different provinces. It is part of broader public efforts to address the aftermath of the severe weather conditions that

AFCON final row rekindled after claims of refereeing istructions at CAF meeting

The controversy surrounding the AFCON final is far from over. A month after Senegal’s 1–0 victory over Morocco after extra time in Rabat, new revelations have reignited debate over the refereeing and the disciplinary handling of the match. During the executive committee meeting of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), held Friday in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, the refereeing of the final reportedly triggered heated discussions. According to Qatari outlet Winwin, Olivier Safari,

Fake News: Hicham Jerando trapped by a false source

The activist Hicham Jerando found himself ensnared by Ibrahim Cherkaoui, a Tangier native residing in Spain who has gained notoriety on social media. With just a phone call, Cherkaoui managed to expose the methods of Jerando, a Canada-based opponent, highlighting his failure to verify information. In a meticulously planned ruse, Cherkaoui reached out to Jerando, fabricating a story about two fictional characters, «Oncle Ali» and «Haloubou», who were allegedly planning

Sidi Kacem begins phased return of residents after climate disruptions

Local authorities in the Sidi Kacem province are entering a new stage in addressing the aftermath of the severe climate disruptions that have impacted the region. After completing emergency evacuation operations, the focus now shifts to the careful and monitored return of residents. An integrated plan has been crafted to orchestrate the various phases of resettlement. This plan outlines the transportation resources deployed, the selected routes, and the on-the-ground support

Sidi Slimane plans phased return of evacuated residents after weather events

Local authorities in the province of Sidi Slimane have unveiled a detailed plan for the phased return of residents who were evacuated due to recent extreme weather conditions. The statement outlines that an operational and logistical framework has been put in place to coordinate the return process. This includes the deployment of transportation resources, the designation of specific routes, and on-the-ground support to manage the flow and prevent any confusion. Authorities stress the

عمالة المضيق-الفنيدق: تأمين عودة المتضررين من الظروف المناخية الاستثنائية إلى إقليم العرائش

 انطلقت، اليوم الأحد، بعمالة المضيق-الفنيدق، عملية إعادة المواطنين الذين جرى إجلاؤهم مؤقتا جراء الظروف المناخية الاستثنائية التي شهدها، إقليم العرائش، ولاسيما مدينة القصر الكبير. وتندرج هذه العملية في سياق إعلان وزارة الداخلية عن الشروع، بتنسيق وثيق مع مختلف السلطات

Return to Ksar El Kebir begins as floodwaters recede in Larache province

The operation to return residents evacuated to Tangier following the severe weather in the Larache province commenced on Sunday morning. At dawn, families and elderly individuals gathered at the Tangier-Ville station, suitcases in hand, eager to make their way back to Ksar El Kébir. The first train departed at 8 a.m., carrying nearly 700 passengers, according to local sources. It was one of six scheduled convoys for the day, with a planned stop in Assilah to pick up additional

Kenitra launches plan for safe return of evacuated residents after weather disturbances

Local authorities in the province of Kénitra have unveiled a comprehensive strategy to facilitate the phased return of residents who were evacuated due to recent severe weather disturbances in the region. Formulated after extensive on-the-ground assessments, this strategy integrates both operational and logistical components. It involves deploying dedicated transportation resources, establishing supervised routes, and providing on-site support to ensure the smooth and safe return of