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,

Morocco doubles its olive oil exports to Spain

Morocco’s olive oil exports to Spain rose sharply in the first four months of this year compared to the same period in 2025, according to data released by Spain’s Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Business. The figures show that Moroccan exports reached 10,384.7 tonnes between January and April 2026, compared to just 103 tonnes during the same period last year. In value terms, exports of Moroccan olive oil climbed to 32.76 million euros by the end of April, up from no more than 340

World Bank and Morocco launch ten year partnership to boost jobs

A groundbreaking partnership has been established between the World Bank and the Moroccan government to fast-track the next phase of growth, focusing on inclusive development priorities. As reported by the institution, Minister of Economy and Finance Nadia Fettah emphasized the initiative's role in creating jobs for young people and women across both urban and rural regions. «This new partnership framework marks a decisive milestone for Morocco. Its unique strength lies in its cohesive

Morocco's Ayyoub Bouaddi valued at €100 million amid Manchester City interest

Manchester City are stepping up their pursuit of Moroccan international Ayyoub Bouaddi following his standout performances at the 2026 World Cup, with the 18-year-old Lille midfielder expected to make a decision on his future soon, according to The Athletic. The report says Bouaddi's impressive displays during Morocco's run to the World Cup quarter-finals have further increased interest from Europe's top clubs. While Manchester City are currently pushing hardest to secure his signature,

Morocco association urges probe into Centrale Danone price hikes

The Morocco of the Future Association has called on the Competition Council to launch an immediate investigation into what it described as suspected anti-competitive practices by Centrale Danone following recent price increases on several of the company's dairy products. In a statement, the association said it had sent an official letter on July 13, 2026, to the president of the Competition Council, with copies addressed to the head of government, the ministers of the interior, industry and

Morocco tracks nearly 3,000 diaspora players across Europe

Morocco's football federation maintains a database of nearly 3,000 Moroccan players across Europe as part of a long-term strategy to recruit dual nationals, according to an in-depth report by The Athletic. The database, managed by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation's diaspora scouting department, tracks Moroccan players from as young as eight or nine years old. The network, coordinated by Rabie Takassa and supported by scouts based in Spain, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Italy

Spanish foreign minister Albares unaware of Ali Lmrabet arrest in Tangier

Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares said he was not aware of the case involving the arrest of Moroccan journalist Ali Lmrabet, who lives in Barcelona with his wife, at Tangier airport, stressing that he had «no details about it». Speaking in an interview with the Hoy por Hoy program on Cadena SER radio, he added that he would look into the matter, emphasizing that he did not currently know the details or the circumstances surrounding it. Yesterday, the King’s