Polisario launches three projectiles at Smara [Photos]

Three explosive projectiles fell on Tuesday in the city of Smara, prompting heightened security alert after they were launched by the Polisario Front from areas east of the sand wall. According to consistent sources, the projectiles landed in different parts of the city. The first fell in an uninhabited area opposite the local prison, the second behind the same facility, while the third struck an area located behind the city’s cemetery. Security forces swiftly cordoned off the

Moroccan diplomats #11 : Mohamed ben Askar, the Saadi dynasty's unlucky emissary

In the 1630s Morocco and England argued over piracy activities. By the end of 1638, Saadi sultan Mohamed Cheikh Es-Sghir sent diplomat Mohamed ben Askar to Charles I’s court to demand action against English corsairs. The mission was a complete failure. 

Morocco picks New Jersey base for 2026 World Cup

Morocco will set up its base camp in New Jersey for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, joining Brazil, Haiti, and Senegal in one of the most sought-after host regions, according to sources cited by The Athletic. The Atlas Lions, semi-finalists at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, are expected to use Pingry School as their training facility. The site previously served as a World Cup base in 1994, when Italy trained there during the tournament. New Jersey has emerged as a key hub for several national teams

Spain’s People’s Party takes stand on Ceuta and Melilla after U.S. sovereignty remarks

Debate in Spain over Ceuta and Melilla is intensifying after statements from U.S. officials raised questions about their status, prompting the People’s Party to take action on the ground while the government opts for a cautious approach to avoid escalation.

Morocco: Unemployment hits 10.8% in Q1 2026, youth most affected

In Morocco, the number of strictly unemployed people stood at 1,253,000 in the first quarter of 2026, of whom 31.3% are women. According to a labor market report by the High Commission for Planning (HCP), the unemployment rate reached 10.8%, including 16.1% for women and 9.4% for men. Young people aged 15 to 24 are the most affected (29.2%), followed by those aged 25 to 34 (16.1%). The report also indicates that 671,000 employed individuals are affected by insufficient working hours. In

Moroccan striker Hamdallah sidelined after clash with teammate at Saudi club

Moroccan footballer Abderrazak Hamdallah, currently with Saudi club Al-Shabab, is embroiled in fresh controversy after clashing with Belgian teammate Yannick Carrasco over a free kick during a Saudi League match against Al-Taawoun. In response, Al-Shabab's management has sidelined Hamdallah from team training sessions for a week and excluded him from the upcoming match against Al-Nassr. Khaled Al-Shenaif @k_alshenaif details the altercation between Carrasco and Hamdallah in the locker

Six months in jail for bicarbonate: Moroccan man sues Spanish state

A 39-year-old Moroccan man is planning to file a compensation lawsuit against the Spanish state after spending nearly six months in pre-trial detention, only for tests to later confirm that the substance he was accused of possessing was not a drug, but simple bicarbonate. His release came after the investigating judge at the Telde Court received the final laboratory report on March 19, confirming that the substance contained no controlled substances and bringing an end to his 180-day

One of the missing U.S. soldiers jumped into the ocean to rescue the other in Morocco, officials say

One of the two U.S. soldiers who went missing while participating in African Lion, currently underway in Morocco, jumped into the ocean in an attempt to rescue the other, newly released details reveal. U.S. defense officials told CBS News on Monday that the incident occurred over the weekend near the Cap Draa training area, where a group of soldiers had gone to watch the sunset. One soldier is believed to have fallen into the water from coastal cliffs, prompting fellow service members to

Moroccan political parties attract celebrities ahead of elections

Moroccan political parties are racing to attract artists and celebrities ahead of the upcoming legislative elections, seeking to boost their appeal and strengthen their electoral presence.

Bryan Adams’ Rabat show moved to newly inaugurated Royal Theatre

Bryan Adams’ much-awaited concerts in Morocco will see a change of venue for the Rabat date. Organizers announced that the Rabat show will now take place at the newly inaugurated Royal Theatre instead of the Mohammed V Theatre, where it was initially scheduled for May 5. The move aims to provide a setting more in line with the scale of the event and the stature of the Canadian artist, SNRT reported. The concerts are part of Adams’ «Bare Bones» international tour, which