Moroccan politicians hail release of jailed journalists and bloggers

Former officials and ministers celebrated the royal pardon granted to a number of journalists and bloggers on the occasion of Throne Day. Meanwhile, the Moroccan Association for Human Rights emphasized that the joy remains incomplete until all political prisoners and prisoners of conscience in the country are released.

Hirak : Politicians denounce the harsh sentences

On Tuesday, the criminal chamber of Casablanca’s appeal court handed down sentences ranging from 20 years in jail to one-year prison term against Hirak detainees. The decision was described as «unfair» by Moroccan politicians.

20th of July march : Activists and politicians react on Facebook following yesterday’s unrest

Activists in Al Hoceima alongside a number of civilians that came from all over the country took the street yesterday marching for freedom, dignity and social justice. Despite an official ban protesters managed to gather clashing with security forces that fired teargas as a response. Reacting to the event, activists and politicians commented on Al Hoceima’s unrest via Facebook.