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Burglars target Lamine Yamal's home after World Cup semi-final victory

An attempted burglary targeted the Barcelona home of Moroccan-Spanish footballer Lamine Yamal early on Wednesday, just hours after he helped Spain defeat France 2-0 to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, AFP reported. According to the Catalan regional police, two masked individuals climbed the wall of the property in Esplugues de Llobregat, on the outskirts of Barcelona, but fled after being spotted by private security guards. While police did not identify the homeowner, La Vanguardia

French ambassador marks National Day in Rabat with focus on Morocco ties

The French Embassy in Morocco hosted a reception in Rabat on Tuesday, July 14, to celebrate France's National Day. Addressing more than 1,500 guests, French Ambassador Philippe Lalliot highlighted a bilateral partnership firmly focused on the future. «Here in Rabat, as in Casablanca, Tangier, Marrakech and Laâyoune, where I was a few days ago to inaugurate the city's first Alliance Française, we are not merely talking about the future: we are building it, day after

Moroccan publishers condemn ministry over regional media subsidies

The Moroccan Federation of Newspaper Publishers has condemned what it described as a policy of discrimination and exclusion by the ministry in charge of communication against small press companies and regional media. The criticism follows the ministry's recent disbursement of wage support to press companies that had previously benefited from flat-rate subsidies, a move the federation said has triggered widespread discontent among a number of media outlets.In a statement, the federation said

Morocco and France to convene 15th high-level meeting on Thursday

The governments of the Kingdom of Morocco and the French Republic will hold the 15th session of the Morocco-France High-Level Meeting in Rabat on Thursday. The meeting is being held «to consolidate the Enhanced Exceptional Partnership between Morocco and France, under the leadership of the two Heads of State, His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, and French President Emmanuel Macron», according to a statement from the Department of the Head of Government.

Moroccan Front rejects Morocco role in Gaza stabilization force

The Moroccan Front for Supporting Palestine and Opposing Normalization has expressed its categorical rejection of what it described as «the promotion of the deployment of so-called 'stabilization forces' in the Gaza Strip», denouncing any Moroccan participation in such a force. In a statement, the Front condemned the continuation of what it called the «genocidal war» waged by Israel with American and Western backing, saying it violates the ceasefire agreement and

Moroccan cultural days in Paris showcase heritage crafts and cuisine

The Moroccan Cultural Days held in Paris truly captivated the public, drawing Moroccans living in France as well as Parisians and tourists eager to discover the richness of Morocco’s heritage. Set up near the Luxembourg Gardens, the event recreated an authentic Moroccan village, showcasing the country’s crafts, cuisine, and cultural traditions. Among the highlights was the presence of exhibitors from the southern provinces, who brought emblematic products such as carpets, silver

Disappointed after missing 2026, Morocco's Baouf sets sights on 2030 World Cup

SC Cambuur defender Ismaël Baouf said he remains determined to earn a place in Morocco's squad for the 2030 FIFA World Cup after narrowly missing out on the 2026 tournament, Dutch outlet Voetbal International reported on Monday. The 19-year-old defender, who made his senior Morocco debut in a friendly against Burundi at the end of May after helping the Atlas Cubs win the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations, was included in Morocco's preliminary World Cup squad but did not make the final

Military training aircraft crashes near Marrakech, pilot injured

A military training aircraft crashed on Tuesday morning near Marrakech, in the douar of Taqoura in the commune of Aghouatim, Al Haouz province, triggering a major emergency response from security forces and local authorities, according to local media. The pilot sustained injuries of varying severity and was transferred to hospital for treatment, while no other casualties were reported. Royal Gendarmerie units, Civil Protection teams and local authorities secured the crash site and launched

Ali Lmrabet released as investigation continues

Moroccan journalist Ali Lmrabet was released on Wednesday after appearing before the King's Prosecutor at the Casablanca Criminal Court, who decided to continue the investigation while ordering additional technical examinations. According to a statement from the prosecutor, Lmrabet was questioned over the acts attributed to him in accordance with legal procedures and was granted all the guarantees and rights provided by law, including undergoing a medical examination. After reviewing the case

680 days in Morocco cost woman her Spanish pension

A Spanish court has upheld the withdrawal of a non-contributory disability pension from a woman who spent more than 680 days in Morocco between 2018 and 2021, ordering her to repay €32,857 in benefits, according to Spanish media. The beneficiary had been receiving a monthly disability pension of €604.20, plus a supplement of €36–37, since 2013. She also received a €96.68 monthly pension from Morocco. Spanish authorities later found that she had exceeded the legal

Peru president elect Keiko Fujimori backs Moroccan sovereignty over Sahara

The office of Peru’s president-elect, Keiko Fujimori, confirmed on Tuesday that the country’s incoming government is committed to supporting the Kingdom of Morocco’s territorial integrity and its sovereignty over its southern provinces. This position was expressed during a meeting between the president-elect and Morocco’s ambassador to Peru, Amine Chaoudri, who delivered a congratulatory message from King Mohammed VI on her election as president. Fujimori’s

Operation Marhaba: Moroccan customs highlights services for MREs

Morocco's Customs Administration (ADII) has reminded Moroccans residing abroad (MREs) of the information and assistance services available to them, particularly during the summer travel season, as part of Operation Marhaba. In a statement, the ADII highlighted several communication tools, including a customs guide available in French and Arabic, a dedicated information portal on its website, and explanatory videos covering the temporary admission of foreign-registered vehicles, vehicle customs

Ten years on, Türkiye pays tribute to Moroccan killed during failed coup attempt

Turkish Ambassador to Morocco Mustafa İlker Kılıç visited the grave of Moroccan citizen Jaouad Merroune in Tangier on Tuesday to mark the 10th anniversary of his death during the failed coup attempt in Türkiye, paying tribute to him as a symbol of friendship between the two countries. In a statement, the Turkish Embassy in Rabat recalled that Merroune, a Tangier native who settled in Istanbul in 2010 and worked as a multilingual tour guide, joined Turkish civilians who took to

Morocco's aquaculture sector grows to 244 active projects

Morocco now has 244 active aquaculture projects with a targeted annual production capacity of nearly 90,000 tonnes, according to the State Secretariat for Maritime Fisheries. The announcement was made in a statement following the 27th meeting of the Board of Directors of the National Agency for the Development of Aquaculture (ANDA), held Tuesday in Rabat under the chairmanship of Secretary of State for Maritime Fisheries Zakia Driouich. The secretariat said the sector's growth reflects

Ouahbi: «The quarter-finals gave us certainties for the future»

Morocco national football team head coach Mohamed Ouahbi said on Tuesday in Salé that the Atlas Lions' run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was a source of pride, given the quality of football the team displayed throughout the tournament. Speaking at a press conference held at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Maâmoura following Morocco's participation in the 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, Ouahbi said the team's ambition had been to go as far as

Maghreb de Fès parts ways with Pablo Franco after historic title

Maghreb de Fès (MAS) announced on Tuesday that it had ended its contract with Spanish coach Pablo Franco, a day after parting ways with sporting director Badr Kadouri. In a statement, the Fez-based club confirmed the end of its contractual relationship with the Spanish coach, while expressing deep gratitude for his professionalism, commitment, and dedication during his time at the helm of the team. MAS stressed that Pablo Franco «will forever be etched in the club’s

Morocco: Journalists’ committee responds to the arrest of Ali Lmrabet

The "Committee of Journalists for a Free and Independent Press" expressed its solidarity on Tuesday with Ali Lmrabet, who was detained upon his arrival at Tangier airport from Spain. In a statement, the group stressed the right to practice journalism "in accordance with the safeguards enshrined in the Constitution, the law, and international standards relating to freedom of expression and press freedom." In this regard, the Committee said that "any prosecution linked to journalistic content or

King Mohammed VI congratulates Macron on France's national day

King Mohammed VI has sent a message of congratulations to French President Emmanuel Macron on the occasion of France's National Day, extending his warmest wishes for prosperity to the French people, whom he said are «bound to the Moroccan people by a long tradition of friendship». «Under our shared impetus, Morocco and France have opened a historic chapter in strengthening their privileged relationship. Our ambition is to make the Enhanced Exceptional Partnership a benchmark,