In July 2023, Israel formally recognized Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara, a move that was warmly received by Rabat. Despite this official stance, the recognition faces challenges in gaining full acceptance within certain circles in Israel. A striking example of this reluctance came when the public broadcaster KAN 11 aired a segment showing an incomplete map of Morocco during its coverage of the incidents surrounding the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final. The
During a press briefing on Wednesday evening, Mauritania's government spokesperson, El Houssein Ould Medou, reaffirmed the country's steadfast position on the Western Sahara issue. He underscored Mauritania's dedication to maintaining constructive neutrality and supporting diplomatic efforts to bridge the gap between the involved parties, as reported by media outlets in Nouakchott. «Mauritania advocates for serious and constructive dialogue to reach a mutually acceptable political
On Wednesday, a meeting on sustainable solutions for refugees in Africa was held at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, on the sidelines of the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council. Organized by NGOs with consultative status at the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), the event brought together an international panel of human rights experts, humanitarian actors, and civil society representatives. Discussions focused in particular on the protracted situation in the Tindouf
Holder of the Guinness World Record for the fastest swim between Egypt and Saudi Arabia, Moroccan swimmer Hassan Baraka has pushed the boundaries of mental endurance with each of his adventures since 2009. Beyond the physical achievement, he shares an ever-evolving life story, recounting this second chapter in «The Power of Cold» while exploring themes related to alternative medicine.
Just three weeks ahead of the municipal elections in France, Culture Minister Rachida Dati has announced her resignation to President Emmanuel Macron. Speaking on BFM TV this Wednesday, she confirmed her departure, stating her intention to focus on the upcoming election in Paris. Pressured to step down by Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, Dati expressed, «I am very happy to have served at the Ministry of Culture, but the fight of my life is Paris». In a statement from her
Batbout Maammar, the mini stuffed flatbread now inseparable from Moroccan iftar tables, blends medieval bread tradition with modern, internet-born creativity. Practical, affordable and easy to prepare, it has become a Ramadan staple in both homes and bakeries alike.
Le Batbout Maammar, cette petite galette farcie désormais indissociable des tables de l'iftar marocain, allie la tradition médiévale du pain à la créativité moderne née d'internet. Pratique, abordable et facile à préparer, il est devenu un incontournable du Ramadan aussi bien dans les foyers que dans les boulangeries.
El Batbout Maammar, esta pequeña torta rellena que ahora es inseparable de las mesas del iftar marroquí, combina la tradición medieval del pan con la creatividad moderna nacida de internet. Práctico, asequible y fácil de preparar, se ha convertido en un elemento esencial del Ramadán tanto en los hogares como en las panaderías.
On Wednesday evening, the lifeless body of a woman was pulled from the Tassaout River in the province of El Kelaa des Sraghna. This recovery followed an extensive search operation by Civil Protection units that spanned several hours. The operation was initiated after reports emerged about the woman's disappearance. Her coat, discovered on the riverbank, lent weight to the theory that she had fallen into the water. Following the recovery, the body was taken to the morgue for an autopsy, as
À partir du 25 février 2026, les ressortissants marocains se rendant au Royaume-Uni et nécessitant un visa recevront uniquement un visa électronique (eVisa), a annoncé mercredi l'ambassade du Royaume-Uni au Maroc sur son compte X. Cette mesure s'applique à tous les voyageurs du monde nécessitant un visa, et remplace les visas physiques précédemment apposés dans les passeports. ??اعتبارًا من اليوم، 25