The program of Moroccan writers at Paris Book Festival 2025 (Read more...)

Bachir Dkhil : «MINURSO no longer has a role to play in the Sahara» (Read more...)

Queen Victoria's gift that became a royal cortege icon in Morocco (Read more...)

Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso recall ambassadors from Algiers after drone downing (Read more...)

Algeria builds strategic military airstrips near Moroccan border (Read more...)

The program of Moroccan writers at Paris Book Festival 2025

As the guest of honor at the fourth edition of the Paris Book Festival (April 11–13, 2025), Morocco will be represented by 36 national publishers and numerous Moroccan authors from both within the country and abroad, including young writers, academics, and researchers. The program will feature tributes, book presentations, signing sessions, and thematic discussions as key highlights.

Spanish Civil Guard foils kidnapping of Moroccan migrant in Castellón : Three arrested

The Spanish Civil Guard has arrested three people suspected of kidnapping a Moroccan migrant and holding him captive for two days in a tourist apartment in the province of Castellón, eastern Spain. During his captivity, the victim was physically assaulted and had money stolen from his bank accounts. The kidnappers also filmed him with his hands tied and sent the videos to his family in Morocco, along with a ransom demand of €30,000. The incident occurred on March 31, when a

Spain's PP pushes to renew strategic dialogue with Algeria

In Spain, the People's Party (PP), the leading political force in both chambers of Parliament, is urging the government to renew dialogue with Algeria, which it describes as a «strategic partner». According to Iberian media, PP lawmakers have submitted a non-binding legislative proposal to the executive. The proposal calls on the lower house to pressure Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s government into making concessions to Algiers—particularly by reconsidering its support

Algerian army completes airbase 70 km from Morocco

The Algerian army has completed the construction of a new military airbase in Oum El Assel, located in the Tindouf province, approximately 70 km from the Moroccan border, south of Mhamid El Ghizlane. The information was reported by the Atlantic Defense and Armament Observatory (OADA) on X. Satellite images show the presence of two Russian-made MIG-29M2 fighter jets equipped with air-to-air missiles. According to the Observatory, the base also features ammunition depots and other ground

Drone incident sparks airspace standoff between Algeria and Mali

Tensions between Algeria and Mali continue to escalate. Following the recall of the Algerian ambassador from Bamako by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Defense has now announced a ban on «any overflight of its territory by aircraft coming from or heading to Mali». Under the direct supervision of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, the ministry justified the decision by citing «repeated violations of Algerian airspace by aircraft originating from Mali». The

Bachir Dkhil : «MINURSO no longer has a role to play in the Sahara»

As MINURSO approaches its 35th anniversary, its relevance in the Western Sahara issue is being called into question. Originally established to organize a referendum that never materialized, the UN mission now seems to be relegated to a purely administrative role. In a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape, marked by the growing recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara, what remains of MINURSO? Bachir Dkhil, a founding member of the Polisario who has since returned to Morocco,

Queen Victoria's gift that became a royal cortege icon in Morocco

A golden carriage gifted by Queen Victoria to Sultan Hassan I in the 1870s became a key symbol of royal power in Morocco. Used on occasions like Throne Day, it reflects deep historical ties with the UK.

Moroccan runner Rachid El Morabity triumphs in Marathon des Sables stage 2

The second stage of the 2025 Marathon des Sables, spanning 40.8 km with an elevation gain of 614 meters, once again tested the limits of the participants under blistering heat. Amidst the sand and challenges, Moroccan athletes reaffirmed their dominance, with French runner Maryline Nakache leading the women’s category. After Mohamed El Morabity's victory in the first stage, it was his older brother, Rachid El Morabity, who claimed the win on Monday between Oued Tijekht, in the province

Algeria condemns Sahel coalition's terrorism allegations, recalls ambassadors from Mali and Niger

Algeria has issued a strong response to the Sahel Coalition’s communiqué accusing it of supporting terrorism, following the downing of a Malian aircraft near its southern border. The Algerian government said it had taken note, «with great dismay», of the statements made by Mali’s transitional government and the Council of Heads of State of the Sahel Union. Algeria described the accusations as «serious» and dismissed them as «false claims»

Maati Monjib travel ban amid money laundering probe : Prosecutor clarifies legal grounds

The historian and activist Maati Monjib has been subjected to a travel ban due to an ongoing judicial investigation into suspicions of money laundering. In an interview published by MAP, Zouhair Lahrach, the First Deputy Prosecutor at the Rabat Court of First Instance, stated on Monday that this measure does not call into question either the political or academic activities of the person concerned, nor «his exercise of any of the rights guaranteed to him by law». Last Thursday,

Morocco's social security fund announces implementation of old-age pension starting May

Morocco's National Social Security Fund (CNSS) announced on Monday that, starting May 1, 2025, old-age pensions will be implemented for individuals who retired between January 1, 2023, and the effective date of Law 02.24. This measure is part of Decree 2.25.265, which was recently adopted. To qualify, beneficiaries must have between 1,320 and fewer than 3,240 days of insurance. The pension will be retroactively applied from the retirement date. The monthly amount will range from 600 to

Moroccan parties call for probe into government support for livestock imports

The Justice and Development Party, the Progress and Socialism Party, and the Popular Movement Party have announced the launch of an initiative to form a parliamentary fact-finding committee to investigate the various forms of government support directed at livestock imports and the livestock breeding sector in general. This initiative comes in response to the controversy that has erupted recently regarding the various forms of support and exemptions provided by the government since the end of

Moroccan farmers' union demands wage equality

National Union of Agricultural Workers (SNOA) has issued a call to eliminate the disparities between the agricultural minimum wage (SMAG) and that of other sectors (SMIG) by implementing the government commitments made in 2022. In a statement, the organization, affiliated with the National Federation of the Agricultural Sector (FNSA), urged the Minister of Economic Inclusion, Small Business, Employment, and Skills to address this inequality through a decree outlining the modalities and steps

Season 4 of American series The White Lotus may head to Marrakech for exotic drama

Mike White, creator of American dark comedy drama anthology television series The White Lotus, has hinted that the highly anticipated fourth season might take the show to Morocco, specifically to Marrakech. After three seasons set in luxury Four Seasons resorts by the beach—Hawaii, Italy, and Thailand—White teased a shift away from the water for the next installment. Sources say the production is seriously considering the Four Seasons hotel in Marrakech, with its 40-acre resort in

Senior military nurse detained for alleged rape of minor at Rabat hospital

Last week, the Public Prosecutor at the Rabat Court of Appeal ordered the pre-trial detention of a Royal Armed Forces Senior Sergeant (Adjudant-Chef), who is implicated in a case involving the rape of a minor. The incident occurred at the Mohammed V Military Teaching Hospital in Rabat, where the 14-year-old victim was receiving medical treatment. According to Assabah newspaper, the accused, who was responsible for her care and worked as a chief nurse, lured the minor and sexually

Achraf Hakimi shines in PSG's 13th Ligue 1 victory : Luis Enrique and fans celebrate

The coach of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) knows how to acknowledge the efforts of his players and their role in the team's triumph, as they secured their thirteenth French championship title on Saturday against Angers (1-0). In the post-match conference, Luis Enrique had special words for Achraf Hakimi. «He's a defender, a midfielder, and a forward. My coaching style fits his qualities very well, just as the players around him make him better», he stated. Commenting on the Moroccan

Morocco named best partner tourist destination 2025 by Italy's Welcome Travel Group

Morocco has been named the Best Partner Tourist Destination for 2025 by the Italian network Welcome Travel Group (WTG) during its annual convention held on April 5 and 6 in Casablanca. This honor recognizes the efforts of the Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT) to enhance the Kingdom's appeal in the Italian market. The award was presented to the General Director of the ONMT, Achraf Fayda, by the president of WTG, in the presence of approximately 1,500 tourism professionals, including

Moroccan Jawad Abdelmoula wins men’s title at 2025 Africa Triathlon

Moroccan triathlete Jawad Abdelmoula claimed the men’s title at the 2025 Africa Triathlon Championships held on Saturday in Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa. The competition, which took place from April 4 to 6, is organised by the African Triathlon Union. France-born Olympian Abdelmoula finished in first place with a time of 1:47:44. He was followed by fellow Moroccan triathlete Badr Siwane, who crossed the finish line in 1:52:41, and South Africa’s Dylan Nortjie, who came in

Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso recall ambassadors from Algiers after drone downing

Algeria is more isolated than ever from its Sahelian neighbors. Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso—united under the Confederation of Sahel States—have decided to recall their ambassadors from Algiers in response to the Algerian army's downing of a Malian Akinci drone.

Algeria reaffirms «observer role» in Western Sahara talks during meeting with De Mistura

On Sunday, Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf met with Staffan de Mistura, the Personal Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General for Western Sahara. «During the meeting, Minister Ahmed Attaf reaffirmed Algeria’s full support for the efforts of UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and his Personal Envoy, Staffan de Mistura, to find a political solution to the Western Sahara conflict, in accordance with the UN Charter and international decolonization laws», the

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