Morocco releases updated forest fire threat map

To help prevent forest fires, the Moroccan National Forestry Agency (ANEF) issues daily risk maps based on scientific prediction models. For July 29-31, 2024, analyses considering forest types, combustibility, flammability, and topo-climatic factors have identified several high-risk areas. Chefchaouen, Taza, Taroudant, Oujda-Angad, Azilal, Béni Mellal, Ifrane, Khénifra, Sefrou, and Guercif face extreme risk (red level). Tangier-Assilah, Al Hoceïma, Ouezzane, Driouch,

Tangier : 1,698 laughing gas bottles seized, 8 arrested

On Saturday, July 27, judicial police in Tangier arrested two individuals suspected of possessing and distributing nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas. The operation led to the seizure of 594 vials of the product, originally intended for medical use but increasingly abused for its euphoric effects, especially among teenagers, reports Al Akhbar. Amid growing concerns about the gas's proliferation in several Tangier neighborhoods, a simultaneous operation in the Al Aouama district

Mercato : Manchester United nears Noussair Mazraoui transfer

Noussair Mazraoui is expected to join Manchester United in the coming days following an agreement reached with Bayern Munich for the transfer of the Moroccan international. The deal, valued at €25 million, is confirmed after the 26-year-old defender expressed a preference for the English club over Premier League rival West Ham. According to Foot Mercato, Manchester United accelerated their pursuit of Noussair Mazraoui following the departure of Aaron Wan-Bissaka. The Atlas Lion will

Moroccan Judoka Abderrahmane Boushita declines handshake with Israeli opponent at Olympics

Moroccan judoka Abderrahmane Boushita, competing at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, has refused to shake hands with his Israeli opponent Baruch Shmailov after their fight in the weight class up to 66 kilograms. The move was seen by many as a way of denouncing Israel's war on Gaza. In a video shared online of the fight that took place on Sunday, July 28th, Boushita did not proceed to shake hands with his opponent, instead bowing his head and leaving the tatami. ? M -66 kg R32: B. Shmailov d.

Olympics : FIFA rejects Argentina's complaint against Morocco

Argentine Football Association president Claudio Fabian Tapia announced that FIFA's Disciplinary Committee has rejected the protest filed regarding the incidents during the match against Morocco. La Comisión Disciplinaria de FIFA rechazó la protesta presentada relativa a los sucesos ocurridos en el partido contra Marruecos. En defensa de nuestros derechos, desde la AFA pediremos los fundamentos de la decisión y evaluaremos las instancias recursivas pertinentes. —

Diaspo #348 : Moroccan athlete inspired by daughter to pursue Jiu-Jitsu in France and Singapore

Sana el Aarbaoui transitioned from sailing to Brazilian jiu-jitsu, inspired by her daughter. Although she started the sport at the age of 40, she has achieved notable success in the martial arts world, including winning the world championship in December 2023.

Polisario condemns France's backing of Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara

Two days after Algeria condemned France's decision to recognize Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara, the Polisario Front broke its silence. The group stated that the French government's decision «constitutes a dangerous escalation» and excludes France from all international efforts to resolve the conflict.

Olympic Games 2024 - Football : Morocco loses to Ukraine (1-2)

Morocco's U23 team suffered a late defeat against Ukraine on Saturday, July 27, in Saint-Étienne, during the second round of Group B at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Despite a red card for Volodymyr Salyuk, Ukraine extended their lead in the eighth minute of added time. Dmytri Kryskiv opened the scoring for Ukraine in the 22nd minute. Morocco created several opportunities but only managed to equalize through a Soufiane Rahimi penalty in the 64th minute. However, Ukraine's Igor Krasnopir

Moroccan passport ranks 68th globally, tops Maghreb region, Henley Index

Morocco stands out as the leader in the Maghreb, ranking 68th globally with access to 72 countries without a visa or with a visa on arrival, according to the Henley Passport Index 2024. On a continental scale, the kingdom is in 14th position, behind countries like Mauritius and South Africa, while European and Asian passports dominate globally with very extensive access.

Algeria outraged by France's expected support for Moroccan Sahara sovereignty

On Thursday, Algeria anticipated the official announcement of French support for the Sahara autonomy plan. In a statement, the Algerian Foreign Ministry rebuked Paris, holding it «entirely responsible for the consequences resulting from this decision».