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Salé chase ends in arrest of two Aïn Atiq murder suspects

A chase on the outskirts of Salé unfolded this weekend, leading to the arrest of two suspects in a murder committed in Aïn Atiq, near Rabat. According to the daily Assabah, Salé police and the Royal Gendarmerie were forced to use their service weapons to neutralize the threat posed by the two suspects, who were ultimately apprehended. According to media sources, the incident occurred after the Royal Gendarmerie in Témara identified the alleged perpetrators of a

Sahara: How will Keir Stramer’s resignation affect London’s position?

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation on Monday, bringing an end to a tenure that marked a significant chapter in relations between Morocco and the United Kingdom. «Every decision I've taken has been about putting the country I love first. That is why I will resign as leader of the Labour Party», Starmer said in an address. The Labour Party will now begin the process of selecting a new leader, with a successor expected to be chosen by September. For

Geneva: Civil society in southern Morocco advocates a humane approach to migration

Civil society representatives from Morocco’s southern provinces have called in Geneva for stronger international efforts to protect migrants’ rights and uphold human dignity. Speaking during the 62nd session of the UN Human Rights Council, Abdellah Boufouss advocated «an approach based on solidarity and shared responsibility». During an interactive dialogue with the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the human rights of migrants, Boufouss welcomed the efforts of UN

Italy: Turin prison officers save Moroccan inmate from suicide attempt

A 28-year-old Moroccan inmate was rescued after attempting suicide inside the infirmary wing of Turin’s Lorusso-Cutugno prison, according to the Italian Penitentiary Police Union (SAPPE). Prison officers quickly intervened after spotting the inmate, cutting the noose from his neck using a T-shirt. Finding that he showed no vital signs, they immediately began CPR and continued resuscitation efforts until emergency medical personnel arrived with a defibrillator, ultimately saving his

Morocco urges Chinese companies to boost investment ahead of 2030 World Cup

During a visit to Beijing, Karim Zidane, Morocco’s Minister Delegate for Investment, Convergence and the Evaluation of Public Policies, highlighted the opportunities available to Chinese companies and called for increased investment in the kingdom. In talks with Ren Hongbin, chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), Zidane reaffirmed Morocco’s commitment to supporting Chinese investors through a «transparent and competitive framework that

Royal Air Maroc launches direct Verona-Casablanca route

Royal Air Maroc inaugurated a new direct route between Verona and Casablanca on June 21, expanding its network in Italy and strengthening Morocco’s connectivity with northeastern Italy. The new service operates three weekly flights on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, between Verona Catullo Airport and Casablanca, bringing the number of Italian airports served by the Moroccan carrier to eight. Operated by a Boeing 737-800 with 159 seats, the route is aimed at Moroccan and African

FIFA appoints Dutch referee Danny Makkelie for Morocco-Haiti clash

Dutch Referee Danny Makkelie Appointed for Morocco-Haiti World Cup Clash FIFA has appointed Dutch referee Danny Makkelie to officiate Morocco’s final Group C match against Haiti at the 2026 World Cup, scheduled for June 24. According to FIFA, Makkelie will be assisted by fellow Dutch officials Hessel Steegstra and Jan de Vries, while Portuguese referee João Pinheiro will serve as the fourth official. The match is crucial for the Atlas Lions, who currently sit second in Group C

Colombia’s presidential election: The Polisario on the verge of losing an ally

The Polisario’s allies have lost Colombia’s presidential election. With 99.9% of ballots counted, yesterday’s runoff delivered a narrow victory to far-right candidate Abelardo de la Espriella, a lawyer, who won a record 13 million votes. He has already proclaimed himself the country’s new head of state, while his left-wing rival Iván Cepeda has not conceded defeat. This far-right victory is a concern for Morocco. Since August 2022, Colombia, under President

Two French nationals die in plane crash in northern Morocco

Two French nationals were killed on Sunday when a light aircraft crashed shortly after taking off from Cherif Al Idrissi Airport in Al Hoceima, northern Morocco, AFP reported, citing a source close to the case. The aircraft was operating a flight between Montpellier, France, and Tit Mellil, near Casablanca, with a stopover in Al Hoceima. It had made a technical stop for refueling before resuming its journey. A few minutes after takeoff, the plane suddenly lost altitude and crashed near the

Food prices fall, but inflation rises 1.2% in Morocco in May

The consumer price index (CPI) rose by 1.2% in May 2026 compared with the same month a year earlier, according to the High Commission for Planning (HCP). The increase was driven by a 2.6% rise in non-food prices, while food prices fell by 0.7%, the HCP said in a note on the CPI for May 2026. Among non-food products, price changes ranged from a 0.3% decline in communications to an 8.1% increase in transport. On a monthly basis, the CPI fell by 0.9% in May compared with April 2026. This

Spain ordered to pay €2.5 million to Moroccan man wrongly accused of rape

Spain's Supreme Court has mandated the state to pay €2.5 million in damages to Ahmed Tommouhi, a Moroccan national wrongfully imprisoned for 15 years on rape charges from which he was later acquitted. Europa Press reports that this decision overturns an earlier ruling supporting the Justice Ministry's refusal to compensate him. The court determined that «a serious error is directly, clearly, and unequivocally evident», characterized by «the omission of an objective

Tangier bans pro Palestine protest over Israeli sailing delegation

Authorities in Tangier have banned a demonstration planned for Saturday evening near the port by the Moroccan Front for Supporting Palestine and Opposing Normalization. The rally was intended to protest the participation of an Israeli delegation in the Optimist World Sailing Championship, being held in Tangier from June 18 to 28. Held on African soil for the first time, the international competition brings together 73 delegations and around 300 young athletes aged 12 to 16. On Friday, the

Moroccan pavilion draws crowds at Aldea Global 2026

The Moroccan pavilion at Aldea Global 2026, an international cultural event held alongside the FIFA World Cup, is drawing large crowds of Mexican and foreign visitors eager to discover the richness of Morocco’s heritage and the diversity of its handicrafts. Organized by the Chamber of Handicrafts of the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra region, in collaboration with the Moroccan embassy in Mexico, the pavilion has attracted a steadily growing number of visitors since it opened. They are

Iran backs Polisario at UN Committee of 24

Iran reiterated its backing for the Polisario's stance at the UN Committee of 24 sessions held from June 15 to 26 in New York, as reported by the international organization’s press service. Tehran's representative expressed concern over the Western Sahara issue, emphasizing Iran's support «for the right of all peoples to freely determine their future status». The diplomat noted that «the historical circumstances that placed this territory on the UN list still demand

Polisario revives European Parliament push on EU-Morocco deal

After a period of relative quiet, the Polisario Front is re-engaging its supporters in the European Parliament, notably those within the «group of friends of the Sahrawi people». This group convened on Thursday in Strasbourg alongside a Front representative to «discuss the latest developments in the Western Sahara issue, focusing on political, legal, and human rights aspects», according to the Polisario press agency. This move gains significance as Spanish media report

Moroccan referee Jalal Jayed to officiate Portugal Uzbekistan World Cup clash

Moroccan international referee Jalal Jayed has been appointed by FIFA to officiate the match between Portugal and Uzbekistan, part of the second round of Group K fixtures at the 2026 World Cup, scheduled for June 23 in Houston. This appointment confirms the confidence the world governing body has placed in Moroccan refereeing during this edition of the tournament. Jalal Jayed had already taken charge of a match on the opening day of the competition, refereeing Germany’s clash with

Ouahbi hails Morocco progress after Scotland win

National coach Mohamed Ouahbi expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance against Scotland in their second Group C match of the 2026 World Cup, highlighting the progress made since the opening draw against Brazil. «I’m satisfied. I saw progress compared with the first match, and that’s what matters most to me,» Ouahbi said at the post-match press conference following Morocco’s 1-0 victory at Boston Stadium. The coach said his side controlled much of

Morocco braces for heatwave and thunderstorms through Tuesday

A heatwave, hot weather, and thundery showers with a risk of hail and gusts of wind during storms are expected from Saturday to Tuesday in several Moroccan provinces, the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) said. Hot weather (39/42°C) is forecast for Saturday and Sunday in the provinces of Taza, Berkane, Oujda-Angad, Fez, Moulay Yacoub, and Taounate, the DGM said in an orange-level weather alert bulletin. A heatwave (39/44°C) will also affect, from Saturday to Tuesday, the