The United States hails Morocco's «regional leadership»

On Friday evening, Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita had a phone call with his US counterpart, Antony Blinken. A «productive discussion», State Department spokesman Mathiew Miller said during a press briefing. «The U.S. is grateful to Morocco for their regional leadership», he added.  This exchange comes three weeks after the June 3 phone call between the two parties. On that occasion, Blinken presented his Moroccan counterpart with the Biden administration's

Polisario influence in Mauritania's presidential race

Mauritanians are heading to the polls on June 29 to elect a new president. The election campaign has seen an active presence from the Polisario Front. Brahim Ghali's emissary in Nouakchott has been busy meeting with various political leaders. The Polisario envoy has held discussions with the president of the Al Karama Party, the head of the Alliance for Justice and Democracy, and the president of the Progressive and Popular Alliance. According to the Polisario press agency, «these

Bujloud, an ancient tradition or a modern controversy ?

In Morocco, the tradition of masquerades like Bujloud has deep roots in history. Practiced for centuries, even in royal courts, wearing goat skins and parading after Eid al-Adha has sparked controversy.

Sahel : Bourita's messages to Algeria

On Friday, June 21 in Rabat, the Moroccan Minister of Foreign Affairs shot arrows towards Algeria. During the press briefing held with his Burkinabe counterpart, Karamoko Jean Marie Traoré, Nasser Bourita stated that «the Kingdom is against foreign interference in the affairs of Sahel countries». Morocco opposes, he emphasized, the «policies of lesson-givers and those who believe that, because they have borders with the Sahel, can opt for a policy of

Moroccan swimmer Ilyas Fellaki sets new 800m freestyle record in Spain

The Royal Moroccan Swimming Federation (FRMN) announced on Thursday, June 20, a new sporting achievement. During the Spanish Championships taking place in Palma de Majorca from June 18 to 22, Ilyas Fellaki, representing the CODM association, set a new national record in the 800 meters freestyle. He achieved an exceptional time of 8 minutes, 17 seconds, and 91 hundredths, thus beating the previous record of 8 minutes, 25 seconds, and 83 hundredths.

Israeli institute warns of potential rift with Morocco similar to 2000

An Israeli institute warns the Netanyahu government against a reaction from Morocco to the daily massacres committed against Palestinians, fearing a response similar to that of Rabat in 2000, following the first Intifada.

Afcon to be held in Morocco between December 2025 and January 2026

Next year's edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN 2025) is scheduled to kick off in Morocco on December 21, according to sources quoted on Friday by beIN SPORTS. However, these dates differ from previous announcements suggesting a July-August 2025 timeframe. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is yet to confirm the official dates. Last month, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) formally denied reports of a possible postponement. In a brief announcement on its social media

Polisario seeks support from Namibia amid South Africa tensions

The President of Namibia, Nangolo Mbumba, in office since February 24th, received the Polisario representative in Windhoek on Thursday, June 20th. Brahim Ghali's envoy emphasized «the need for unity and friendship in the Southern region», according to the Namibian presidency on X. President Mbumba reminded his guest of «historical ties between Namibia and Western Sahara», the same source added. The head of state also «reaffirmed Namibia's position and support for

Morocco : Government yet to address pilgrim deaths in Saudi Arabia, spokesperson says

The Moroccan government, led by Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch, did not address the deaths of Moroccan pilgrims in Saudi Arabia during its meeting on Thursday, June 20th, according to Mustapha Baitas, Minister of Relations with Parliament and Civil Society and government spokesperson. Baitas acknowledged this in response to a journalist's question. «There are relevant authorities who will provide all the data on this matter», Baitas explained during the press briefing following

Insurance : Green Card system recognizes Moroccan sovereignty over Sahara

Morocco is making confident strides in gaining international recognition of its territorial integrity. Yabiladi has learned that the Green Card system will now fully encompass the entire Moroccan territory, including its Saharan provinces. This recognition was formalized in a resolution unanimously adopted during the General Assembly of the Council of Bureaux (COB) held in London, United Kingdom, on June 6-7, 2024, at the initiative of the Moroccan Central Bureau of Insurance Companies