8th to 10th of November 1942 : When the Allied Forces landed in Morocco targeting Casablanca

In November 1942, amid the Second World War, Allied forces planned an Anglo-American invasion of North Africa, targeting Morocco, Algeria, controlled by the French back then. Unlike expectations, from the 8th to the 10th of November, the landing of US forces in Morocco went the wrong way. In fact, the French defenses took a toll of the American landing forces. The kingdom played a central role during the Operation known as Torch, especially through the Casablanca Conference held at the Anfa

Moroccan Honorary Consulate opens in Gioia Tauro, Calabria

A new Moroccan Honorary Consulate has been established in Gioia Tauro, Calabria, southern Italy. On Thursday, a delegation from the Moroccan Honorary Consulate, led by Consul Domenico Naccari, and officials from the municipality of Gioia Tauro, led by Mayor Simona Scarcella, met at the new premises of the diplomatic mission. The prestigious Palazzo Sant'Ippolito has been designated to house the Moroccan Honorary Consulate, following the signing of Resolution No. 122 of 2024, which grants the

Low-income Moroccans show higher willingness to get COVID-19 vaccine

A survey in Morocco found that 51.2% of participants were hesitant to get the COVID-19 vaccine, with factors like socioeconomic status, perceived risk, and concerns about vaccine safety driving hesitancy. Researchers highlighted the need for clear, reliable information to improve vaccine acceptance, as low vaccination intent poses a challenge for managing COVID-19 and other diseases.

EU seeks migration pact with Morocco after CJEU rulings

Morocco may sign an agreement with the EU to combat irregular immigration, with both sides acknowledging mutual benefits. While Morocco is open to readmitting its nationals, it has rejected offers to host irregular migrants from other countries passing through its territory.

Fire erupts at a Casablanca office building

A fire broke out at an insurance office on the FAR avenue in Casablanca on Thursday morning. According to multiple sources, the fire caused no casualties. While the exact cause of the fire remains unknown, it sparked panic among office workers. Civil protection teams responded promptly to the incident and successfully contained the fire, preventing it from spreading to nearby buildings.

Algeria imposes trade curbs on France over Sahara recognition

In the first half of 2024, trade between Algeria and France saw a slight dip after three years of steady growth. According to Le Figaro, the Algerian Association of Banks and Financial Institutions, a public entity that acts on behalf of the government to oversee trade, gathered local banks on Monday, November 4, to communicate a new directive: Import and export transactions with France are to be halted in response to France’s recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara. The

Moroccan national extradited to France on suspicion of rape and murder of French girl

Taha Oualidat, arrested last September in Switzerland, was extradited to France on Wednesday for his alleged involvement in the rape and murder of 19-year-old Philippine. The undocumented Moroccan national was detained at the Annemasse border and taken to Paris to appear before an examining magistrate, according to sources cited by BFMTV. His extradition reportedly proceeded without incident. The 22-year-old had initially resisted, but later consented to a simplified extradition process after

November 7, 1953 : When the National Resistance targeted the Casablanca-Algiers train

A few days after the French protectorate forced Sultan Mohammed Ben Youssef and the royal family into exile, the national resistance movement decided to move up a gear, declaring the beginning of the armed struggle against the colonizer. On the 7th of November, 1953 and after heading a sabotage operation against the train linking Casablanca to Algiers, two men targeted the same railway line. They have put bombs on the train killing and injuring several French soldiers. History.

King Mohammed VI unveils reforms to strengthen support for Moroccans living abroad

King Mohammed VI announced a major transformation in the management of Morocco's diaspora affairs, creating two main bodies to better serve Moroccans abroad. He emphasized streamlining procedures, enhancing cultural and linguistic ties, and boosting diaspora contributions to national investment.

Green March : «Some exploit the Sahara issue to access the Atlantic», King Mohammed VI says

King Mohammed VI marked the 49th anniversary of the Green March, emphasizing Morocco's established sovereignty over the Sahara and the region's ongoing development, stability, and global support. He also criticized those who cling to outdated positions on the Sahara issue and urged the UN to recognize the reality of Morocco's sovereignty in contrast to baseless claims.