Ayyoub Bouaddi commits to Moroccan national team for 2026 World Cup

Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi has given his "verbal consent" to represent the Moroccan national team in the future, according to Foot Mercato. This decision followed a meeting last Friday between the new national coach, Mohamed Ouahbi, and the 19-year-old Moroccan prospect. The report highlighted that the Royal Moroccan Football Federation outlined their vision for the national team, emphasizing that "the discussions between the various parties were positively evaluated by the

Snowfall expected Tuesday, Wednesday in Morocco

Snowfall at elevations starting from 2,000 meters is expected from Tuesday to Wednesday in several provinces of the Kingdom, the Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) announced on Sunday. This weather phenomenon (10 to 20 cm) will affect, from Tuesday at 12:00 p.m. until Wednesday at the same time, the provinces of Ouarzazate, Tinghir, Al Haouz and Azilal, the DGM noted in an orange-level weather alert bulletin.

PJD calls for urgent meeting on Middle East tensions impact on Morocco's economy

The parliamentary group of the Justice and Development Party (PJD) in the House of Representatives has called for a joint session of the committees on productive sectors and infrastructure to examine the potential repercussions of escalating military tensions in the Middle East on Morocco’s supply of essential goods and fuels, as well as on the country’s strategic reserves of key raw materials vital to the national economy. In two letters addressed to the chairpersons of the

Royal Air Maroc extends Dubai and Doha flight suspension until March 31

Royal Air Maroc has announced the cancellation of all flights to and from Dubai and Doha until March 31, inclusive, due to the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. In a statement, the airline said its teams are closely monitoring the situation and remain committed to ensuring a safe resumption of operations as soon as conditions allow. Passengers affected by the cancellations are advised not to go to the airport and to contact the airline’s call center or their original point of sale

Issa Diop to represent Morocco in international football switch

Issa Diop, a standout player for the English club Fulham, has opted to join the Moroccan national team. With Moroccan lineage and Senegalese roots from his father's side, Diop also holds French citizenship. As reported by Foot Mercato, Diop might be named in the upcoming national team squad, assuming the paperwork to switch his sporting nationality is completed in time. Born in 1997 in Toulouse, France, Diop has carved out a reputation as a formidable defender. He ventured to England in 2018,

CAF reopens disciplinary file on Morocco-Senegal Africa Cup of Nations final

According to reliable sources, the Confederation of African Football has decided to reopen the disciplinary file related to the incidents that occurred during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal. This decision comes following an appeal submitted by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation against the sanctions imposed after the match, which saw Senegalese players withdraw after a penalty was awarded to Morocco, before eventually returning to the field. Additionally,

Egypt offers 5-year multiple-entry visas to Moroccan travelers

The Egyptian Embassy in Rabat has unveiled new measures to ease travel for Moroccan citizens who frequently visit Egypt. These measures include the issuance of a multiple-entry visa valid for five years, allowing holders to stay in Egypt for up to 90 days per visit. Speaking to Egyptian media outlets, Ambassador Ahmed Nihad Abdel Latif emphasized that this initiative builds on previous measures announced by the embassy last October. These earlier measures included granting visas on arrival

Airports of Morocco: Over 3 million passengers (+14.7%) in January 2026

Moroccan airports registered a commercial traffic volume of 3,133,378 passengers in January 2026, reflecting a 14.7% rise compared to the same month last year, as reported by the National Airports Office (ONDA). Mohammed V Airport, which handles over 33% of the nation's total traffic, welcomed 1,062,683 passengers, marking a substantial 20.91% increase from January 2025, according to ONDA. Most other airports also experienced robust double-digit growth, with notable performances from

Morocco grants public sector exceptional day off on March 23 for Eid al-Fitr

State administrations and local authorities in Morocco will benefit from an exceptional day off on Monday, March 23, 2026, on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr. The decision was announced in a statement by the Head of Government’s Office, which explained that the measure was taken in accordance with Article 3 of Decree No. 2.05.916 of 13 Jumada al-Akhira 1426 (July 20, 2005), as amended and supplemented, regulating public holidays and exceptional leave within public administrations.

100-million-year-old dinosaur fossils discovered in Eastern Morocco

A dinosaur that roamed eastern Morocco more than 100 million years ago has been brought back to light by Moroccan researchers. Scientists from the Faculty of Sciences at Mohammed I University of Oujda, working alongside international researchers, have uncovered the remains of a previously unknown dinosaur skeleton in Morocco’s Oriental region. The discovery was announced by president of Mohammed I University in Oujda, Yassine Zarhloule, on his official Facebook page, describing it as a

Tangier court sentences man to six months for breaking Ramadan fast in public

On Tuesday, the Tangier Court of First Instance handed down a six-month prison sentence to a man who was caught breaking his fast in public during Ramadan. According to the ruling cited by Al3omk, the court found the defendant guilty of publicly breaking his fast without a valid excuse. In addition to the prison term, the man was fined 1,200 dirhams, and a knife found in his possession was confiscated.

Tiago Pitarch says he has not decided between Morocco and Spain

Real Madrid player Thiago Pitarch has said he has not yet decided on his international future, as he weighs whether to represent Morocco or Spain. The midfielder has previously played for Spain’s youth teams. Speaking after Real Madrid’s match against Manchester City on Wednesday, in which he featured, Pitarch said: «I haven’t made my decision yet. Brahim talks to me a lot about Morocco and feels very comfortable within the team». If Brahim can help convince

Four migrant bodies found in Morocco’s Figuig region

Four bodies of migrants from sub-Saharan Africa were discovered in the Figuig region on Wednesday, March 11, according to the Moroccan Association for the Assistance of Migrants in Difficult Situations. The association said three bodies were found near Aïn Chaïr, while a fourth was discovered along the national road linking Figuig and Bouarfa. The remains were transferred to the morgue at Hassan II Hospital in Bouarfa, pending an autopsy in Oujda. According to the association, the

French halal burger chain BiG M opens first restaurant in Morocco

French halal burger chain BiG M has opened its first restaurant in Tangier, marking the start of its expansion into the Moroccan market. The brand aims to «compete with the giants of the sector by combining international standards with local roots», according to a statement. Tangier was chosen as the entry point for the project, which is «driven by local investors» and relies on «an agile operational structure and a 100% Moroccan team». The concept is based

Saharan dust from Morocco sweeps across Europe, NASA says

Saharan dust originating from northwestern Africa swept across parts of Europe in early March, carried by winter winds from desert regions in Morocco and neighboring areas. The dust plume, tracked between March 1 and 9 using NASA’s GEOS atmospheric model, moved north toward the Mediterranean and Western Europe, causing hazy skies and «dirty rain» in countries including Spain, France, and the United Kingdom, NASA said on Thursday. In some areas, the dust mixed with storm

Nicole Kidman says living in Morocco shaped her children’s worldview

Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman revealed that her children once lived in Morocco, an experience she considers important to their upbringing and worldview. Speaking in an interview with Variety this week, she explained that living abroad allowed them to discover different cultures at an early age. «My kids have gotten to live in Morocco and see so much more of what the world is, the different tastes, smells, languages, ideas», she said. Kidman, known for films such as The Hours

Morocco to host 9th Joint Ministerial Meeting with Gulf Cooperation Council

Morocco is preparing to host the 9th Joint Ministerial Meeting with the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), an initiative proposed by the Gulf states that underscores the kingdom’s central role in strengthening bilateral relations. The announcement was made during the 8th Joint Ministerial Meeting between Morocco and the GCC, held on Thursday via videoconference. The meeting brought together Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccans

Morocco reaffirms solidarity with GCC amid regional tensions

The recent phone conversations between King Mohammed VI and several leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), following Iranian aggressions, reflect Morocco’s unwavering and brotherly solidarity with these nations. This was stated on Thursday by Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccans Abroad. Speaking during the 8th Joint Morocco-GCC Ministerial Meeting, held via videoconference, Bourita reiterated the kingdom’s support for all measures