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Freedom Fighter Mohamed Bensaïd Aït Idder, Symbol of Morocco’s Anti-Colonial Struggle, Dies at 98
Moroccans across the country mourn the passing of resistance icon Mohamed Bensaid Aït Idder, who died today at the age of 98. Aït Idder, a leader of Morocco's independence movement and a champion of unity and democracy, leaves behind a towering legacy.
Born in 1925 under colonial rule, Aït Idder took up the torch of resistance at an early age. As a student at the renowned Ibn Youssef high school in Marrakech, he followed in the footsteps of future nationalist leaders.
Aït Idder earned his resistance credentials fighting against French assaults on independence forces. As an active member of Morocco’s National Liberation Army, he confronted attempts to quash the anticolonial movement.
Beyond his underground exploits, Aït Idder participated openly in politics for decades as a Member of Parliament and founder of several parties that reshaped Morocco’s political landscape, including Istiqlal, the Socialist Union of Popular Forces, and the Party of Progress and Socialism.
In later years, Aït Idder drew attention for questioning authorities on the notorious Tazmamart prison. He also became known as an advocate for Palestinian self-determination and Maghrebi unity.
His Majesty King Mohammed VI recognized Aït Idder’s lifelong public service in 2015, awarding him Morocco’s exceptional “Wissam Al Arch” medal.
As mourners gather to remember the freedom fighter turned elder statesman, Aït Idder leaves behind an embodiment of Moroccan resistance and an inspiration for future generations. Amidst an outpouring of grief, his funeral will take place Wednesday in Casablanca.