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Ayoub Bouaddi sets Europe's giants on alert after shining against Brazil

Morocco international Ayyoub Bouaddi, 18, has attracted interest from some of Europe's biggest clubs following an impressive performance in the Atlas Lions' 1-1 draw with Brazil in their opening Group C match at the 2026 World Cup. According to Britain's The Times, Arsenal have already begun preliminary talks over a potential move for the Lille midfielder. Citing multiple sources, the newspaper reported that Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has identified the young Moroccan as one of his priority

Betty Lachgar support committee demands release for urgent medical care

The support committee for Ibtissame «Betty» Lachgar on Sunday called for the activist's release on humanitarian and medical grounds. Lachgar is currently serving a two-year prison sentence for offending the divine. In a statement, the committee said her release was necessary to allow her to receive appropriate medical care. A survivor of a rare form of bone cancer, Lachgar underwent the implantation of a humeral prosthesis in 1995. The device has now deteriorated significantly,

Mother and two children killed in suspected murder-suicide near Marrakech

A 40-year-old mother and her two children, aged 8 and 5, died in a tragic incident in Tamansourt, on the outskirts of Marrakech, last week. According to Al Akhbar, preliminary findings from the investigation indicate that the divorced mother threw herself and her five-year-old son from the fifth floor of the apartment building where she lived, killing them both instantly. Investigators also found her eldest son, born in 2018, dead inside the family home after allegedly ingesting a large

UN rights chief warns of unprecedented assault on human rights order

United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk on Monday denounced what he described as an «unprecedented and shameless assault» on the international human rights-based order, as he opened the 62nd session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva. The UN rights chief welcomed the agreement between the United States and Iran providing for a permanent ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. However, he stressed the «devastating» consequences

McDonalds Morocco launches 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign

McDonald's Morocco launched a World Cup-themed campaign on June 10 as part of the brand's global activation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, for which the fast-food chain is an official worldwide sponsor. The campaign, rolled out in Morocco alongside other participating markets, includes several limited-edition offerings, notably a special World Cup menu available through the McDonald's mobile app and a dessert dubbed the «Golden McFlurry». Customers can also collect a series of

Morocco finishes third at Mohammed VI International Cup with four karate medals

Morocco's national karate team finished third overall at the 20th Mohammed VI International Cup, held in Rabat, after securing four medals: one gold, one silver and two bronze. The team's sole gold medal was won by Saïd Oubaya in the men's kumite (-67 kg), following a narrow 7-6 victory over Jordan's Ghaith Afif in the final. In the women's competition, Sawsane Benchbab claimed silver in the -61 kg category, while Ahmed Haddadi (-60 kg) and Mehdi Sriti (-84 kg) added two bronze medals to

Bayern Munich reach agreement in principle for Morocco's Ismael Saibari

Bayern Munich have reportedly reached an agreement in principle with PSV Eindhoven to sign Morocco international Ismael Saibari, according to The Athletic. The transfer remains subject to a medical examination, which has yet to take place. The 25-year-old attacking midfielder is currently representing Morocco at the 2026 World Cup and scored the Atlas Lions' goal in their 1-1 draw against Brazil in the tournament opener. Saibari joined PSV from Belgian club Genk in 2020 and has played a

Did Lekjaa really say Morocco will stop bidding to host African tournaments?

Several Moroccan media outlets have in recent hours circulated reports claiming that Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) president Fouzi Lekjaa announced that Morocco would no longer bid to host tournaments organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The reports were based on excerpts from an interview Lekjaa gave to the program Maghareb, broadcast on Al Jazeera 360. His comments were presented as signaling a Moroccan decision to step back from hosting continental

Body of young migrant washes ashore at Bades beach in Al Hoceima

The body of a young man was washed ashore by the sea on Sunday at Bades Beach in Al Hoceima province. He is believed to have been among a group of would-be irregular migrants. According to local media reports, the victim was part of a group of around 140 young men intercepted by Royal Gendarmerie officers, in coordination with the Auxiliary Forces, during a security operation carried out on the evening of June 11 at the same beach to prevent an attempted irregular migration

First Amazigh museum in Europe opens at Granada Alhambra

The Amazigh Space has officially opened at the Alhambra in Granada, becoming the first museum in Europe dedicated to Amazigh culture. Spanning 162 square meters, the new exhibition space brings together nearly 200 historical artifacts that highlight the Amazigh contribution to the history of Al-Andalus. The center is also dedicated to research, outreach and the promotion of Amazigh heritage through a range of educational and cultural programs, reports Granada Hoy. For the project's backers,

Moroccan mountaineer Hind Zemmama eyes Antarctica after historic Denali climb

After recently conquering Mount Denali in Alaska, the highest peak in North America, Moroccan mountaineer Hind Zemmama says she is ready to take on new challenges as she continues to push the limits of her sporting ambitions. Describing the ascent of Denali, which rises to 6,190 meters, as a moment of «great emotion and pride», Zemmama said in an interview with MAP that she had prepared for the expedition in a «rigorous and disciplined» manner. «My ascent of

Moroccan fighter Mohamed Touchassie crowned glory world champion, hospitalized after epic run

Moroccan kickboxer Mohamed Touchassie captured the Glory Light Heavyweight Grand Prix title on Saturday, becoming the new world champion after a grueling night that ultimately sent him to hospital. The 24-year-old fighter overcame three opponents in a single evening in Rotterdam to claim the vacant title. Touchassie began his campaign with an upset win over Azerbaijani favorite Bahram Rajabzadeh in the quarter-finals. Despite suffering a deep cut above his left eye in the second round, the

Lekjaa says Atlas Lions made no World Cup bonus demands

Morocco's national team players did not request any bonuses ahead of the 2026 World Cup, according to Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) president Fouzi Lekjaa. «Before leaving for the United States, I met with the players. Not a single Atlas Lions player raised the issue of bonuses with me», he said in an interview with a digital platform affiliated with Qatar's Al Jazeera network. Lekjaa made the remarks in response to claims that Morocco had «bought»

Polisario silence fuels questions over fighter deaths in Tindouf

The Polisario Front announced that funeral ceremonies will be held on Monday in the Tindouf camps for two of its fighters, including a battalion commander. Both men belonged to the movement's First Military Region. The Front, however, has remained silent about the circumstances surrounding their deaths. Its official statement merely specified the date and location of the funerals. Just days earlier, the Polisario had claimed responsibility for operations targeting Morocco. The timing of the

Ahead of Morocco-Brazil clash, Geert Wilders insults «Allah» in photo of praying Atlas Lions

Hours before Morocco's World Cup opener against Brazil, Dutch far-right politician Geert Wilders took to social media with yet another post targeting Morocco and Islam. Wilders, leader of the Dutch Party for Freedom (PVV), reacted on X to a photo showing Moroccan players praying together on the pitch after a goal celebration. Alongside the image, he posted a two-word message insulting Allah, triggering a wave of criticism and bewildered reactions online. The timing of the post drew particular

Morocco doubles sweet pepper exports to Norway

Morocco more than doubled its sweet pepper exports to Norway during the 2025/26 season, further strengthening its presence in Northern Europe, according to EastFruit. Between October 2025 and April 2026, Norway imported 620 tonnes of Moroccan sweet peppers worth more than $3 million. The volume is 2.3 times higher than during the same period last season and already exceeds 86% of Morocco's total exports to Norway for the whole of the 2024/25 season. Norway remains heavily dependent on imports

Morocco joins federations rejecting UEFA chief World Cup remarks

The football federations of Cape Verde, Curaçao, Uzbekistan, Congo, Haiti, Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco, Egypt, Ghana, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire and South Africa have voiced their disappointment over comments made by UEFA president Aleksander Čeferin regarding the expansion of the FIFA World Cup, particularly his description of many matches as «meaningless». «We respectfully but firmly reject these remarks», the federations said in a joint statement

Moroccan referee Jalal Jayed to officiate Germany Curaçao World Cup opener

Moroccan referee Jalal Jayed will take charge this Sunday in Houston of the match between Germany and Curaçao, part of the opening round of fixtures in Group E at the 2026 World Cup. The appointment marks an important milestone in the Moroccan official’s career, as he makes his debut as the main referee in the final stage of a World Cup. He will be assisted by his compatriots Zakaria Brinsi and Mostafa Akarkad, while South Africa’s Abongile Tom will serve as the fourth