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Sahara : Polisario displays photos of Iranian rockets

Armed elements of the Polisario militia have posted photos of Iranian-made Arash 122 mm rockets on social media. Tehran's military industry has improved the range of this new version of the Russian Katyusha to 40 kilometers. However, this development has come at the expense of the rocket's explosive charge, which has lost some of its impact, according to a former Polisario member. This is evident from the projectiles fired by the Front in October and November 2023 at Es-Smara, and at El Mahbes

Amsterdam mayor regrets labeling Maccabi and Ajax clashes a «pogrom»

After the Europa League match between Ajax and Maccabi Tel-Aviv on November 7th, violence erupted in Amsterdam. Israeli fans were attacked by men on scooters in the city streets, fueled by anti-Semitic calls on social media. Five Maccabi fans were briefly hospitalized, sparking international outrage. Earlier in the evening, Israeli fans had themselves provoked tensions by chanting anti-Arab slogans, vandalizing a taxi, and burning a Palestinian flag in a public square. Amsterdam's mayor, Femke

After a meeting in Rabat, Morocco and Iran continue diplomatic talks in Saudi Arabia

Consultations between Morocco and Iran, with a view to resuming diplomatic relations severed since May 1, 2018, are continuing. We learn that the capital of Saudi Arabia is hosting a new round of talks between security officials from the two countries, with the participation of Saudi and Emirati mediators. The holding of this round in Riyadh suggests that the Morocco-Iran dialogue is on the right track. For the record, at the Rabat meeting in early November, the Moroccan side presented its

Moroccan pioneers Najat Mokhtar and Ismahane El Ouafi drive human development

On the occasion of COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, two Moroccan figures in international science, Najat Mokhtar and Ismahane El Ouafi, have sealed an ambitious partnership. Respectively Deputy Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and Executive Director of CGIAR (Global Consortium for Agricultural Research), they have joined forces to promote science and technology for human development. This agreement addresses major global challenges: food security, environmental

Heavy rains and strong winds forecast for Morocco Monday and Tuesday

Locally heavy thundery showers with gusty winds are forecast for Monday and Tuesday in several provinces of the Kingdom, announced the Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM). These showers (20-40 mm) are expected on Monday from 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm in the provinces of Taroudant, Chtouka-Ait Baha, Tiznit, Sidi Ifni, Guelmim and Tata. The DGM issued an «orange» alert bulletin for these areas. The same phenomenon (15-25 mm) is forecast for Tuesday from 00:00 to 09:00 in the

Morocco crushes Lesotho 7-0, tops Group B in Afcon qualifiers

Morocco beat Lesotho 7-0 (half-time 5-0) on Monday evening at the Stade d'Honneur in Oujda, on the 6th and final day of qualifying (Group B) for the Africa Cup of Nations (Morocco-2025). The Atlas Lions won thanks to a hat-trick from Brahim Diaz (5th, 15th, 42nd) and a brace from Soufiane Rahimi (37th, 45+2nd s.p.). Youssef En-Nesyri (68th) and Ismael Saibari (70th) also scored. With this victory, the national team finishes top of its group with 18 points from 6 wins, ahead of Gabon (10 pts),

Morocco dispatches second convoy to aid flood-stricken Spain

The logistical teams dispatched by Morocco to support relief efforts in the areas affected by the recent floods in south-eastern Spain «have made a huge contribution» to restoring damaged infrastructure, said Alfredo Ribelles Villalba, Director of Valencia Hospital. Praising the competence, professionalism and expertise of the Moroccan teams, Ribelles described their action as «indispensable» in speeding up the restoration of the damaged infrastructure. This Moroccan

Google celebrates Moroccan Independence Day with a festive doodle

True to form, Google is donning Morocco’s colors to celebrate the Kingdom’s 69th anniversary of independence with the Moroccan people on November 18. On its home page, the American giant pays tribute to the Kingdom with a doodle depicting the Moroccan flag fluttering in the wind against a background of orange-yellow sky. Clicking on the illustration provides access to a wealth of information about this historic day in the Kingdom’s history. This emblematic day commemorates

Moroccan families expelled from Algeria have been waiting for compensation since 1975

The International Collective in Support of Moroccan Families Expelled from Algeria in 1975 (CiMEA) convened in Rabat on November 15, 2024, to discuss the progress of the study Mémoire des Marocains expulsés d'Algérie en 1975. Conducted in partnership with the Council of the Moroccan Community Abroad (CCME), the study, led by students from the Faculty of Meknes under the guidance of Professor Mimoun Aziza, seeks to document the experiences and stories of those affected by

Paraguay : Senate supports Morocco's sovereignty over Sahara

The Paraguayan Senate has adopted a resolution urging the government to support Morocco's 2007 autonomy plan for the Sahara. The upper house described the Moroccan initiative as «a basis for achieving a peaceful, just, and lasting solution that satisfies all parties, while respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Morocco». This move further consolidates Rabat's position in Paraguay. In 2018, Paraguayan deputies passed a similar resolution backing

Polisario alarmed over potential U.S. consulate in Dakhla under Trump

Donald Trump's return to power has raised concerns within the Polisario Front, which fears the former president might revive plans to open a U.S. consulate in Dakhla. Abdellah Arabi, the Front’s representative in Spain, expressed these fears in comments to the Iberian press. «We hope the next U.S. administration refrains from taking this step. If it does, it would only serve to support Morocco’s attempts to assert sovereignty over the territory, a claim recognized by several

Denmark eyes green energy opportunities in the Sahara

Ignoring the protests of Polisario supporters in Denmark and Europe, a Danish company has opened an office in the Sahara, specifically in Dakhla, located on El Argoub Avenue, deplores the NGO Western Sahara Resource Watch. Attracted by the projects launched by Morocco in the province, the Danish energy company GreenGo Energy has decided to take this step, choosing to locate its office in Morocco. International renewable energy companies are already well-established in the Sahara, such as GE

Algeria plane crash : Polisario and Cuban army members among victims

Since Friday, November 15, Algeria has remained silent about the crash of a military transport plane bound for Tindouf. It was reported that the Ilyushin IL-76 aircraft, of Russian manufacture, was heading towards the Tindouf military airbase. The plane, which crashed in a region under the jurisdiction of the El Bayadh province, was carrying members of the Polisario armed militias, Cuban military instructors, as well as Algerian soldiers. Brahim Ghali, on the sidelines of his participation in

Riots erupt near Agadir following attack on sub-Saharan migrant

On Saturday, violent riots erupted in Lqliâa, a city situated in the suburban area of Agadir, involving approximately 150 individuals of sub-Saharan origin. According to media reports, the unrest was triggered by an attack on a sub-Saharan individual, who was beaten, injured, and subjected to an attempted robbery by two assailants. In response, the Royal Gendarmerie launched an investigation under the supervision of the public prosecution, while the victim, who sustained head injuries,

Morocco vs. Algeria : Battle for African Football League seat

The African Football League has not yet designated the country to host its headquarters. The AFL is a competition launched in 2022. Once again, Morocco and Algeria are vying for this strategic advantage in African football. South Africa, Algeria's great ally on the continental stage, has also submitted its candidacy. Pretoria has not withdrawn in favor of Algeria, as Tunisia did this week by withdrawing its candidate for the CAF Executive Committee elections for the North African region,

Sahara : The Polisario adapts rhetoric as Donald Trump's return looms

The Polisario Front is seeking to adapt to the return of Donald Trump to the White House, the President behind the United States' recognition of Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara. The Front appears to be shifting its rhetoric towards the 47th President of the United States, as references to the «Trump tweet» have notably disappeared from recent statements by Oubi Bachir, speaking to a U.S. media outlet owned by the Department of Defense. «We hope that Trump and

Morocco dominates Gabon 5-1 in Afcon qualifiers

The Moroccan national team secured a resounding 5-1 victory over Gabon on Friday evening at the Franceville Stadium in the fifth round of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Morocco's goals were scored by Jamal Harkass (17th minute), Brahim Diaz (21st and 23rd minutes), Youssef En-Nesyri (81st minute), and Ismael Saibari (90th minute). Gabon's lone goal was scored by striker Denis Bouanga in the 5th minute. In the same group, Lesotho defeated the Central African Republic 1-0 on

Marrakech to host 3rd Africa Business Forum on AI-driven growth and collaboration

The 3rd edition of the Africa Business Forum 2024, a platform for dialogue and collaboration between Africa, Qatar, and other Middle Eastern and global partners, will be held in Marrakech on November 16-17. Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch will chair the event on behalf of Morocco, while Sheikha Al-Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, President of Years of Culture, will represent Qatar. Prominent figures expected to attend include Lauren Dreyer, Vice President of Starlink Business