Politics

Hamas has transferred the first group of Israeli hostages to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) as part of a long-awaited ceasefire agreement aimed at ending two years of war in Gaza. The move marks the first tangible step toward de-escalation after a conflict that has left the enclave......

Thousands of Palestinians made their way north along Gaza’s coastline on Saturday, returning to their damaged homes as a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas appeared to be holding. Many traveled by foot, car, or donkey cart through ruined streets, marking the first large-scale movement of......

Emmanuel Macron has once again appointed Sébastien Lecornu as France’s prime minister, a decision that has sparked surprise and criticism both domestically and internationally. The move comes after a period of political uncertainty and a series of short-lived premierships. Political reaction......

Morocco’s diplomacy has intensified ahead of a crucial United Nations Security Council (UNSC) vote later this month, as Russia’s growing involvement in the Sahara question reshapes the geopolitical equation. On Thursday, Morocco’s ambassador to Moscow, Lotfi Bouchaara, held talks with......

The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) has commended Morocco’s effective diplomatic efforts that ensured the release of two Moroccan nationals detained by Israeli authorities after participating in a humanitarian flotilla to Gaza. Aziz Ghali and Abdeladim Ben Draoui were among international......

Spanish MEP Irene Montero has sparked controversy in the European Parliament by condemning the EU-Morocco agricultural agreement as “illegal,” accusing the EU of financing Morocco’s “occupation” of Sahara. Her remarks contrast with growing international support for Morocco’s......

The Moroccan government has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing the demands of the youth-led GenZ 212 protest movement, emphasizing ongoing reforms in education, health, and employment. Speaking after the weekly Council meeting, Government Spokesperson and minister delegate for parliamentary relations,......

Global gold prices have reached an unprecedented peak, surpassing $4,000 per troy ounce for the first time in history. Since the start of 2025, gold has surged nearly 50%, marking its strongest rally since the 1970s as investors search for security in a volatile world economy. Analysts attribute this......

French President Emmanuel Macron faces escalating political challenges as he seeks his sixth prime minister in under two years, amid widening governmental fractures and investor concerns over the country’s ballooning deficit. The Élysée Palace announced on Wednesday that Macron plans......

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has been officially excluded from contention for the Nobel Peace Prize, ending speculation about his potential receipt of the prestigious honor this year. The Nobel Committee confirmed that Trump did not meet the criteria for final consideration, emphasizing the importance......

Maria Corina Machado, a leading figure in Venezuela’s opposition, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of her steadfast commitment to democracy and human rights in the country. The Nobel Committee commended her persistent advocacy for political freedom amid Venezuela’s ongoing......

The GenZ212 protest movement has intensified its calls for Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch to step down, urging Moroccans to boycott all companies linked to the billionaire businessman. The campaign, circulating widely across social media, seeks to apply economic pressure on one of Morocco’s most......

Security conditions in and around the Tindouf camps in southern Algeria are deteriorating, as a recent armed attack targeting Chinese workers highlights the fragile situation in the region, where Algeria continues to shelter and support the Polisario Front. The incident, reported by the Forum for Supporters......