In a statement on Saturday evening, Senegalese President Bassiro Diomaye Faye addressed the ongoing issue of Senegalese fans detained in Morocco after the Africa Cup of Nations final. He emphasized that Senegal had exhausted all avenues to secure their release, but the Moroccan stance remained unchanged. Faye asserted, «It would be wrong to think we haven't done enough for our fans detained in Morocco. They have my full support. We all saw what happened. Unfortunately, it occurred in a
In a message to Bahrain's King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa, King Mohammed VI of Morocco voiced his "strong condemnation of the despicable Iranian aggression" that threatens the peace and stability of Bahrain. This aggression has impacted both civilian and military infrastructure, as well as residential areas. "The Kingdom of Bahrain, guided by the wisdom of its sovereign, will overcome this challenging ordeal and emerge stronger and more stable." King Mohammed VI King Mohammed VI
The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) announced this Sunday, May 3, that two US service members participating in African Lion 2026 were reported missing near the Cap Draa training area, close to Tan-Tan, on May 2, 2026. AFRICOM stated that the United States and Morocco, along with other African Lion exercise resources, promptly initiated a coordinated search and rescue mission, deploying ground, air, and naval assets. The command confirmed that an investigation into the incident is
The Consulate General of the Kingdom of Morocco in Valencia, in collaboration with the "House of the Mediterranean" Foundation, hosted a literary gathering on April 29 in Alicante. This event, dedicated to Moroccan literature penned in Spanish, aimed to foster cultural dialogue between Morocco and Spain. The event attracted a prominent assembly of writers, intellectuals, and professionals from the publishing and media sectors of both countries. They engaged in discussions about the current
In 1777, caid Tahar ben Abdelhak Fennish was sent by Mohammed ben Abdellah to negotiate a treaty with the French to free Moroccan captives. Years later he was asked by the Alaouite sultan to make the USA befriend the Kingdom.
Sofia Mestari no longer views music merely as an artistic path, but as a space for bringing together peoples and cultures. The Moroccan-French artist, who made a name for herself in France from a young age, is now turning towards Africa with new projects that blend contemporary rhythms with Moroccan roots and African identity.
In Casablanca, judicial authorities have incarcerated 22 individuals following a decision by the public prosecutor at the criminal court to charge them in connection with the riots that erupted after the match between Wydad Athletic Club and Ittihad Yacoub El Mansour. The game took place at the Mohammed V Complex on April 29. Simultaneously, the public prosecutor has called for the juvenile judge to assign 20 minors to a rehabilitation center, as they are suspected of participating in the
The disciplinary committee of the Professional National Football League (LNFP) has handed down several sanctions following the violent incidents during the match between AS FAR and Raja Casablanca on Thursday in Rabat. AS FAR has been ordered to play 5 matches behind closed doors, while Raja faces the same condition for 3 matches. Additionally, both clubs have been fined 200,000 dirhams each. As part of the penalties, both teams are also required to cover the costs of repairing the damages
The American conglomerate Nexus Core Systems has recently secured a 20-hectare plot in Nouaceur, near Casablanca, from Princess Lalla Meryem, the elder sister of King Mohammed VI, according to a report by Africa Intelligence on Friday, May 1. This acquisition, facilitated through the holding company Unihold, is set to pave the way for the construction of a 16 MW data center. This development represents the initial phase of a $500 million investment aimed at bolstering the artificial
On Friday, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau kicked off the military component of his official visit to Morocco. Alongside the U.S. Ambassador to Rabat, Duke Buchan, he toured the Benguerir airbase, as noted in a statement from the U.S. diplomatic mission in the kingdom. During their visit, the American officials met with both Moroccan and American military personnel collaborating to bolster defense cooperation. "The security of the United States is stronger when we stand
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