Morocco-Algeria tensions, the role of external mediation in preventing a cross-border war

The International Crisis Group highlights the fragile status quo between Morocco and Algeria, where issues like arms races, online disinformation, and Polisario militancy risk conflict escalation. The report emphasizes the role of the U.S. and European actors in preventing military confrontation and fostering dialogue for peace.

Benkirane exposes «Algeria's Sahara ambitions» in a speech

The Secretary-General of the Justice and Development Party (PJD), Abdelilah Benkirane, took advantage of his speech during a communication meeting organized by his party in Oulad Berhil, Sunday, to send messages to Algeria amidst the increasing hostility towards Morocco. «I say to our brothers in Algeria, curse the devil; this is not the right time. Didn't you find anything else besides Morocco? We understand well why you want to take the Sahara and establish an artificial entity there

Russian diplomat and wife attacked by taxi drivers for using Yango app in Casablanca

In a shocking incident that unfolded in downtown Casablanca, Sunday, a Russian diplomat and his wife were physically assaulted while riding in a ride-hailing car booked through the Russian mobile app Yango. The attack began when taxi drivers blocked the path of the ride-hailing car and assaulted the driver. The Russian couple, who intervened to protest the attack, were subsequently targeted by the assailants. Following this violent incident, the three victims were transferred to a private

Benkirane affirms : «Morocco is an Islamic, not secular, state»

In an implicit response to the statements of the Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, the Secretary-General of the Justice and Development Party (PJD), Abdelilah Benkirane, said that Morocco is «an Islamic state and not secular». Benkirane added during a communication meeting organized by his party in Oulad Berhil, Sunday, December 1, that Morocco is «an Islamic state and not secular; its king is the Commander of the Faithful and not an ordinary king. He has been the

Morocco holds marches for International Palestinian Solidarity Day

Many Moroccan cities witnessed marches and sit-ins in support of the Palestinian people over the past three days, marking the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1977 to affirm the international commitment to supporting the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people. The Moroccan Commission for Supporting the Nation's Causes stated in a communiqué that the Moroccan people mobilized «on

Russia outpaces EU in Sahara fishing waters

On the issue of fishing in Western Saharan waters, Russia has taken a decisive step ahead of the European Union. While Brussels is still analyzing the October 4 ruling by the CJEU, which excludes Saharan products from agreements with Morocco, the Russian Fisheries Agency has already allocated quotas for catches in Morocco's Atlantic Saharan waters, according to a Moscow-based newspaper. This development signals the imminent conclusion of a new fishing agreement between Rabat and Moscow. In

Rif separatists join Polisario at EUCOCO conference in Portugal

Members of the «Rif Nationalist Party» (PNR) participated in the 48th edition of the «European Conference of Solidarity and Support for the Sahrawi People (EUCOCO)», held on November 29 and 30 in Lisbon, Portugal. The separatist group's delegation was led by spokesman Ridwan Rifi. «We were invited by the Polisario to the conference to benefit from the experience of the Sahrawis, to make our cause known through the Sahrawi experience», he emphasized. Last

Sean Penn praises Morocco at Marrakech Film Festival, «thanks 37 million Moroccans»

In over 40 years, Sean Penn has made an indelible mark on the silver screen. This remarkable career, blending artistic expression with deep reflections on the human condition, was celebrated at the 21st Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM 2024). On Saturday evening, «Hollywood's enfant terrible» extended a heartfelt thanks «to the 37 million Moroccans» for the warm reception he received.

Investment opportunities in Morocco captivate China

Investment opportunities in Morocco are in the spotlight in China. The kingdom offers a platform to boost Chinese exports, already affected by a rise in taxes decreed by the United States and the European Union.

Luca Guadagnino embraces his «Moroccan roots» at Marrakech International Film Festival

The 21st edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM 2024) opened on Friday evening with the presentation of the jury chaired this year by Italian director Luca Guadagnino. Returning to this event, which he attended for the first time 2011, Australian director Justin Kurzel presented his feature film «The Order», rooted in the very current themes of white supremacy.