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British national detained at Casablanca airport on Belgian warrant for drug trafficking

On Saturday evening, April 11, security services at Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca arrested a 34-year-old British national, acting on an international arrest warrant issued by Belgian judicial authorities. The suspect was detained while preparing to board a flight to Dubai. A database check by the General Directorate of National Security confirmed that he was wanted internationally at the request of Belgian authorities on suspicion of involvement in a criminal network engaged

Italy sentences two couples over Moroccan newborn smuggled in shopping bag

Two couples have been sentenced in Italy in a case involving a Moroccan newborn girl smuggled from Tangier to Turin in a shopping bag under dangerous conditions. The woman who transported the child by ferry pleaded guilty to illegal immigration and received a two-year prison sentence, while her husband will stand trial under ordinary procedure starting in February 2027. The couple who hosted the baby in Italy were sentenced to nine and ten months in prison for aiding and abetting, following a

Racist chants target Moroccan player Omar El Hilali in the Barcelona and Espanyol derby

Moroccan player Omar El Hilali was targeted by racist chants during the derby between his club Espanyol and Barcelona (1–4) on Sunday, once again bringing the issue of racism in stadiums to the forefront. At the Camp Nou, sections of the crowd directed offensive remarks at the Moroccan international, prompting stadium officials to intervene several times over the loudspeakers, urging fans to stop such behavior. Tensions rose during the match, particularly after a clash between El Hilali

NARSA warns against fraudulent SMS links for traffic fines payment

The National Road Safety Agency (NARSA) has firmly denied sending SMS messages containing links to its website for the payment of traffic fines, warning that such messages are fraudulent. The clarification comes after the circulation of voice messages claiming that some individuals had received SMS notifications directing them to a supposed NARSA website to settle fines issued by fixed traffic cameras. In an official statement, the agency stressed that it does not provide such a service and

Polisario Front intensifies UN efforts ahead of Security Council review on MINURSO

As the UN Security Council prepares to review MINURSO's mandate in two weeks, the Polisario Front is intensifying its diplomatic engagements at the United Nations. On Friday, its representative in New York met with Jean-Pierre Lacroix, the Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, who has been in office since February 15, 2017. «Ahead of the Security Council consultations, I met with Mr. Lacroix to discuss matters related to the UN Mission and reiterated the Polisario Front's stance

Olympique Safi's Houari Farhani clarifies jersey controversy without Moroccan flag

The recent appearance of Olympique Safi's Algerian player, Houari Farhani, in a jersey missing the Moroccan flag during his team's match against Algeria's Union of Algiers in the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup semi-final, has ignited a storm of controversy on social media. This prompted Farhani to release a video clarifying the situation. Farhani explained, «I was unaware that the jersey lacked the Moroccan flag, and the equipment manager also did not notice. The team captain

Bachir Mustapha Sayed criticizes UN Resolution 2797 amid Polisario leadership tensions

Despite his recent elevation within the Polisario leadership, Bachir Mustapha Sayed remains a vocal critic. While figures like Mohamed Yeslem Beissat and Brahim Ghali have lauded the United States' efforts to revive dialogue in line with Resolution 2797, the newly appointed president of the "Sahrawi parliament" strikes a markedly different note. In an interview with an Algerian daily, Sayed remarked that «the latest Security Council resolution falls short of fulfilling the Sahrawi

Moroccans are the second largest buyers of real estate in Spain

Moroccans are increasingly making their mark on the Spanish real estate landscape, emerging as one of the leading foreign nationalities in home purchases. This trend unfolds against a backdrop where recent statistics highlight the crucial role foreigners play in this dynamic sector. In the latter half of 2025, international buyers were responsible for over 18 percent of all property transactions. According to data from the General Council of Notaries in Spain, Moroccans hold the second spot in

Laura Prioul acquitted of extortion charges against Moroccan artist Saad Lamjarred

On Friday, April 10, 2026, the Paris Criminal Court acquitted Laura Prioul of attempting to extort Moroccan artist Saad Lamjarred, as reported by Le Parisien. Prioul had been accused of trying to extort Lamjarred by demanding three million euros through his manager in exchange for dropping her rape allegations or not appearing in court. Lamjarred lodged a complaint regarding this matter, with the alleged incidents occurring between October 2024 and June 2025, just before the appeal session

La Liga eyes Casablanca for first official match outside Spain

Following an unsuccessful bid to stage a match in the United States, Spanish La Liga president Javier Tebas remains undeterred in his quest to expand the league's reach beyond Spain's borders. This time, his sights are set on Morocco, with a proposal to host an official match in Casablanca. Tebas underscored his vision by highlighting the Hassan II Stadium, lauding Morocco's readiness for the 2030 World Cup with its impressive capacity of over 100,000 spectators. The geographical closeness to

Moroccan consulate launches mobile services in Cuenca to aid local community

On Saturday, the Consulate General of Morocco in Madrid launched a mobile consulate in the province of Cuenca, located in Central Spain. This initiative aims to bring consular services closer to the Moroccan community living in this area. Cuenca is part of the Castile-La Mancha region, which lies approximately 171 kilometers from Madrid. This region ranks fifth in Spain in terms of Moroccan population density, with over 40,000 Moroccan residents. This effort is aligned with the proximity

Mohamed El Morabity wins Marathon des Sables 2026

Moroccan runner Mohamed El Morabity has won the 40th edition of the Marathon des Sables, one of the world’s toughest endurance races, following the final stage held on Saturday. He secured the overall title with a total time of 20 hours, 47 minutes and 39 seconds, confirming his dominance and extending his family’s legacy in the race. His brother, Rachid El Morabity, finished second, nearly 30 minutes behind, while France’s Ludovic Pommeret took third place. In the

Polisario's mixed reactions to US efforts in Sahara negotiations

The Trump administration is hailed as «the first to make a genuine and commendable effort to bridge differences and facilitate direct negotiations between the two parties, in line with United Nations resolutions». These comments were made by Mohamed Yeslemb Beissat, the so-called «foreign minister» of the Polisario, during an interview with the official Algerian channel Al24 News from the Tindouf camps. He described the American initiative as a «significant

Morocco braces for thunderstorms, snow and strong winds Saturday and Sunday

Thunderstorms with heavy rain and hail, snowfall, and strong wind gusts accompanied by local dust storms are expected on Saturday and Sunday in several provinces across Morocco, the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) said in an orange-level weather alert. Heavy thundery showers, with rainfall between 30 and 40 mm and possible hail, are forecast from Saturday at 10:15 a.m. to Sunday at 10 a.m. in the provinces of Ouezzane, Chefchaouen, Jerada, Figuig, Guercif, Taourirt, Sefrou, Moulay

Morocco FM Bourita receives Zambia, DR Congo and Burundi envoys in Rabat

Morocco’s Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita received on Friday in Rabat Leslie Mbula, special envoy of Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema, carrying a message to King Mohammed VI. Mbula praised the «excellent» and mutually beneficial relations between the two countries, highlighting Morocco’s stability, socio-economic progress, and development under the New Development Model and Industrial Acceleration Plan, which have positioned the Kingdom as a continental leader in

UK: Moroccan scientist Mimoun Azzouz honored for advances in gene therapy

Moroccan professor Mimoun Azzouz, who heads the Gene Therapy Innovation and Manufacturing Centre at the University of Sheffield, has received the «Outstanding Achievement Award» from the British Society for Gene and Cell Therapy, recognizing his major contributions to research and training in gene therapy. Also a professor of translational neuroscience, Azzouz has become a leading figure in developing innovative treatments for neurological diseases. His work focuses on translating

Senegalese PM Ousmane Sonko advocates for «55 states» in Africa

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko addressed a conference in Dakar yesterday, co-hosted with French expert Pascal Boniface, where he laid out his vision for Africa's development and sovereignty. During his speech, Sonko proposed the concept of an Africa comprising «55 States», implicitly recognizing the «Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR)». This position might raise eyebrows, considering Senegal's longstanding recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the

Mohammed El Morabity leads Marathon des Sables as final stage approaches

The penultimate stage of the 40th edition of the Marathon des Sables, aptly dubbed "Legendary," witnessed a remarkable comeback by Mohammed El Morabity. Initially trailing, El Morabity surged ahead to clinch the stage victory with an impressive time of 3 hours, 8 minutes, and 7 seconds. His brother, Rachid El Morabity, followed closely behind, finishing in 3 hours, 12 minutes, and 24 seconds. Completing the podium was Ludovic Pommeret, clocking in at 3 hours, 13 minutes, and 23 seconds. The