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EconomyIsrael Establishes First-Ever National Pavilion at Morocco Defense Exhibition
Israel's Ministry of Defence is participating for the first time in a defense exhibition in Morocco with a national pavilion at the Marrakech Air Show 2026, marking a significant step in growing bilateral ties.
TechnologyAmnesty International Report Accuses Moroccan Intelligence of Using Espionage to Silence Journalists and Activists
Amnesty International has accused Moroccan intelligence of using Pegasus spyware and traditional surveillance to silence journalists and human rights activists.
PoliticsKing Mohammed VI Appoints Fatima Ezzahra al-Mansouri as Morocco's First Woman Prime Minister Following Election Victory
King Mohammed VI has appointed Fatima Ezzahra al-Mansouri as Morocco's first female prime minister after her party won the September 23 parliamentary election.
PoliticsFatima Ezzahra El Mansouri Appointed as Morocco's First Female Prime Minister
King Mohammed VI has appointed Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as Morocco's first female prime minister, tasking her with forming a new governing coalition following her party's election success.
PoliticsMoroccan Protests Surge as Rabat Deepens Diplomatic Ties with Israel
Protests have erupted across several Moroccan cities as citizens demand an end to diplomatic normalisation with Israel, highlighting a growing disconnect between public sentiment and Rabat's deepening ties with Tel Aviv.
PoliticsA Watershed Moment: Morocco's King Appoints Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as Country's First Female Prime Minister
Morocco's King Mohammed VI has named Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as the nation's first female prime minister, marking a historic political milestone for the country and the wider Arab world.
PoliticsFatima Ezzahra El Mansouri Paved to Become Morocco's Historic First Female Prime Minister
Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri is set to become Morocco's first female prime minister after leading her party to victory in the recent parliamentary elections.
SportsMorocco Secure 2-0 Afcon Opening Win as Soufiane Rahimi Scores and Egypt Held by Angola
Morocco began their 2027 Afcon qualifying campaign with a 2-0 win over Gabon thanks to goals from Noussair Mazraoui and Soufiane Rahimi, while Egypt were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by Angola.
Breaking NewsThousands Remain Stranded in Ceuta Amid Worsening Humanitarian Crisis and Abuse Allegations
Thousands of migrants remain stranded in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta following a mass border crossing in July, facing harsh living conditions and unverified allegations of abuse.
PoliticsMorocco's PAM Secures Election Victory, Setting Stage for Complex Coalition Negotiations
Morocco's Authenticity and Modernity Party won the most seats in recent parliamentary elections, positioning the party to lead coalition talks while addressing key economic and infrastructure challenges.
PoliticsEgypt and Morocco Foreign Ministers Forge Stronger Ties at UN General Assembly
Egyptian and Moroccan foreign ministers met during the UN General Assembly in New York to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation and addressing key regional issues.
PoliticsMoroccan Political Parties Intensify Market and Digital Campaigns Ahead of Legislative Elections
Political parties in Morocco are stepping up their campaigns in markets and online ahead of the September 23 legislative elections, focusing on issues like youth unemployment and rising living costs.
PoliticsRoad to Recovery: What Morocco’s PJD Learned From Its Stunned Electoral Defeat
Morocco's Justice and Development Party (PJD) is working to rebuild its political presence under leader Abdelilah Benkirane following its catastrophic 2021 electoral defeat. The party has introduced a comprehensive 2026 programme focusing on public services, economic reform, and youth engagement.
Breaking NewsAlleged Foxtrot Gang Enforcer Ali Namdar Arrested in Morocco as International Net Closes In
Ali Namdar, an alleged leading enforcer for Sweden's Foxtrot criminal network, has been arrested in Morocco in a major breakthrough for international law enforcement.
PoliticsPolice Fire Shots as Thousands of Migrants Relocated to New Camp in Ceuta Amid Mounting Tensions
Police fired shots during an operation to relocate thousands of migrants from beaches to a new camp in Ceuta, intensifying political pressure on Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.
PoliticsIsrael and Morocco Commit to Full Diplomatic Relations and Expanded Cooperation Under Abraham Accords
Israel and Morocco have agreed to upgrade their diplomatic ties to full embassies and appoint ambassadors following a meeting in New York under the Abraham Accords.
PoliticsIsrael and Morocco Elevate Diplomatic Ties to Full Embassy Status
Israel and Morocco have agreed to upgrade their diplomatic missions to full embassies and appoint ambassadors following a meeting in New York.
EconomyEgypt and Morocco Explore New Avenues for Labor Cooperation
Labor Minister Hassan Raddad met with Moroccan delegation head Nour al-Ammarti in Cairo to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation in labor affairs, social protection, and vocational training.
PoliticsWhy Spain’s Proposed Sahrawi Citizenship Bill Raises Concerns in Morocco
Spain's new citizenship bill for Sahrawis born during the colonial era is testing diplomatic ties with Morocco, raising questions about historical legacy and regional politics.
SportsFIFA Clarifies 2030 World Cup Final Location After Moroccan Football Chief's Assertion
FIFA has refuted claims by Moroccan football official Fouzi Lekjaa that Morocco has officially secured the rights to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup final, stating that a final decision has not yet been made.
PoliticsSpanish Parliament Advances Historic Bill to Grant Citizenship to Western Saharans
Spain's lower house of Parliament has approved a bill granting citizenship to tens of thousands of Western Saharans born before September 1977 and their children, aiming to address colonial-era injustices.
PoliticsDeclassified Files Reveal Spain's Intelligence Warned of Ceuta Border Crisis Prior to Mass Crossings
Newly declassified documents reveal that Spain's intelligence agency warned officials of potential mass border crossings into Ceuta just days before tens of thousands of migrants arrived.
Breaking NewsFlash Floods Impact Morocco’s Atlas Mountains Region
Flash floods recently surged through Morocco’s Atlas Mountains, as captured in a short video clip.
Breaking NewsFlash Floods Impact Morocco’s Atlas Mountains Amid Protests at UNHCR Headquarters in Tripoli
Protesters shut down the UNHCR headquarters in Tripoli, Libya, while flash floods strike Morocco's Atlas Mountains.