After images of Kurdish separatists allegedly hosted by the Polisario Front began circulating, Algeria sought to appease Turkey's anger, asserting that the claims were baseless.
Just after the Amazigh New Year, in mid-January, Idernan is traditionally celebrated as a day of peace between tribes. The galette, specially prepared for the occasion, now takes its name from this festival. Similar to the more commonly known «baghrir», this dish was later introduced to the Yennayer table. It is served as a sign of welcome to guests before the festive dinner.
Abdelilah Benkirane has reignited the debate over the status of the Eastern Sahara, currently under Algerian control, by declaring that it is Moroccan. «Touat, Tindouf, and Bechar are Moroccan territories. Their inhabitants are Moroccans», stated the Secretary General of the Justice and Development Party (PJD) during a recent party meeting focused on the reform of the Family Code. Benkirane emphasized historical ties by noting that, «Before Algeria's independence, the
In Casablanca, three pregnant women died during childbirth at the same clinic and under similar circumstances, sparking a wave of controversy and increasing calls for a thorough investigation to uncover the details and hold those responsible accountable.
Morocco celebrates the Amazigh New Year, Yennayer, as a national holiday, honoring centuries-old traditions of abundance, connection, and cultural rituals. The celebration features unique vocabulary and special greetings—let's discover some of the most commonly used Amazigh words during this New Year's Eve.
Spain's fresh fruit and vegetable imports from non-EU countries reached a significant milestone from January to October 2024, totaling €2,696 million. This figure accounted for 66% of the nation's total imports in this sector, with the remaining 34%—amounting to €1,390 million—coming from EU countries. Imports from non-EU countries saw a notable increase of 12%, while those from EU countries rose by 13%. Leading the charge as Spain's top supplier was Morocco, with
In a poignant conclusion to a days-long search, Ahmed, a Moroccan man from Amersfoort, Utrecht, was laid to rest in his hometown of Nador earlier in January. Ahmed had gone missing in the Netherlands on December 23, sparking an extensive search effort. The 58-year-old, who suffered from dementia and a mental disability, was the focus of a determined search by his family, aided by hundreds of volunteers. Their efforts came to a tragic end on January 2 when a passerby discovered Ahmed's body in
For the fourth consecutive year, Morocco is poised to set a new record in foreign trade with Spain, underscoring the robust ties between the governments of the two nations. According to official Spanish data, Spain's exports to Morocco during the first ten months of 2024 reached €10.843 billion, while imports from Morocco totaled €8.220 billion. This marks an annual growth of 6.8% in exports and 9.1% in imports. These figures significantly outshine the overall performance of Spanish
The year 2025 has commenced with a significant military action by the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) targeting the Polisario militias. According to a Moroccan security source, the operation took place on Saturday, January 11, when an RAF drone struck south of Bir Lahlou. The strike targeted two vehicles belonging to the Front that had entered the area, located east of the Sand Wall. The initial reports indicate that four members of the Polisario were killed in the attack. This incursion into Bir
Two days after launching a direct flight route between Rabat and Oujda, «Air Arabia Maroc», a leader in low-cost air travel, continues its expansion in the Oriental region of the Kingdom by inaugurating a new flight route today, Sunday, January 12, linking the capital Rabat with the city of Nador. The inauguration ceremony at Nador Al Aroui International Airport was marked by a festive atmosphere, featuring folkloric performances that celebrated the region's heritage. The