En 1754, Marruecos experimentó uno de sus inviernos más duros, cuando fuertes nevadas cubrieron Fez y Rabat, un acontecimiento tan extraordinario que se conoció como el «Aam Tlija», el Año de las Nevadas. Los cronistas lo describieron como un signo divino, recordando cómo los habitantes lucharon por despejar sus tejados y calles de esa nieve que nunca antes habían visto.
Senegal welcomed the adoption on October 31, 2025, by the UN Security Council of Resolution 2797, which reaffirms the primacy of the autonomy plan proposed by Morocco within the framework of its sovereignty. This stance was expressed in a joint statement released Monday in Rabat, following discussions between Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and his Senegalese counterpart, Cheikh Niang. Nasser Bourita expressed his gratitude to Senegal for its unwavering support for the territorial
The parliamentary group of the Party of Progress and Socialism (PPS), together with Nabila Mounib, MP for the Unified Socialist Party (PSU), have submitted two draft laws calling for a general amnesty for the detainees of the Generation Z Morocco movement. The proposals are grounded in Article 71 of the 2011 Constitution, which grants Parliament the authority to enact amnesties. Last week, PPS Secretary-General Nabil Benabdellah publicly urged the release of Generation Z Morocco protesters who
Following the meeting convened by King Mohammed VI’s advisors to update and refine the autonomy plan for the Sahara, Moroccan political party leaders praised the monarch’s inclusive approach. Aziz Akhannouch, president of the National Rally of Independents (RNI), affirmed his party’s commitment to formulating a forward-looking vision for the national cause, in line with UN Security Council Resolution 2797. Fatima-Zahra Mansouri, national coordinator of the Authenticity and
In 1754, Morocco witnessed one of its rarest winters, when heavy snow blanketed Fez and Rabat, an event so extraordinary it became known as «Aam Tlija», the Year of the Snowfall. Chroniclers described it as a divine sign, recalling how residents struggled to clear their roofs and streets of snow they had never seen before.
The Moroccan national under-17 team has officially qualified for the second round of the FIFA U-17 World Cup, currently being held in Qatar. The achievement follows their resounding 16–0 win over New Caledonia and Mexico’s defeat to Switzerland in the final round of the group stage. These results gave the Atlas Cubs a strong goal difference, placing them among the best third-placed teams to advance. Morocco’s remarkable 16-goal triumph set a new tournament record, the largest
This morning, at the headquarters of the Government Presidency, King Mohammed VI’s advisors met with the leaders of the political parties represented in both Houses of Parliament to discuss the Moroccan Autonomy Plan. According to a party source who attended the meeting and requested anonymity, the royal advisors asked the party general secretaries to submit their proposals for updating the autonomy initiative to the Royal Palace within ten days. In attendance were royal advisors Fouad
The Marrakech International Film Festival 2025 showcases a vibrant tapestry of global cinema, with a spotlight on innovation and diversity. Featuring 82 films, including 15 Moroccan productions and 14 Oscar contenders, the festival celebrates bold storytelling and honors cinematic legends under the discerning eye of jury president Bong Joon-ho.
The Mauritanian judiciary has ordered the detention of nine gold prospectors accused of attacking a Polisario position in the Mijek area, east of the Sand Wall. Two other prospectors have been granted provisional release, according to a local outlet based in Zouerate. No trial date has yet been set. The incident dates back to October 30, when the group reportedly assaulted a Polisario post, seizing weapons before retreating to Mauritanian territory. The attack is believed to have been carried
Puma has officially unveiled ITRI, meaning «star» in Tamazight, the official match ball for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025. The ball, blending Moroccan artistry with cutting-edge performance technology, was revealed Monday through a promotional video and photos shared on Instagram. Named after the star on Morocco’s flag, ITRI draws inspiration from traditional zellij mosaics, a centuries-old craft symbolizing unity, rhythm, and passion across