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Dutch national wanted for arms trafficking arrested at Mohammed V Airport

Police at Casablanca's Mohammed V International Airport apprehended a Dutch citizen of Turkish origin on Thursday, following an international arrest warrant issued by Dutch judicial authorities for alleged involvement in arms trafficking. According to a security source, the individual was detained......

Casablanca Fitness Chain CEO Faces Check Fraud Allegations Amid Ongoing Legal Challenges

Jonathan Harroch, CEO of Morocco's City Club gym franchise, appeared before the Ain Sebaa Court of First Instance in Casablanca on Wednesday to address allegations of issuing checks without sufficient funds. The hearing required Harroch's temporary transfer from Ain Sebaa prison, where he is......

Morocco Modernizes Family Code with Groundbreaking Social Reforms

Morocco has approved significant reforms to its family code (Moudawana), marking a substantial shift in the nation's approach to marriage, custody, and inheritance laws. The changes, discussed during a recent working session at the Royal Palace in Casablanca, aim to balance Islamic principles with......

Moroccan Family Code Overhaul: Modernizing Rights While Preserving Cultural Values

His Majesty King Mohammed VI  initiated a comprehensive overhaul of the Family Code (Moudawana) during a working session at the Royal Palace in Casablanca. This reform, marking the 20th anniversary of the current code, aims to align family law with Morocco's evolving social landscape while preserving......

Morocco’s Press Union Launches Initiative to Tackle Harassment and Gender Violence

Doha in a significant step towards promoting a safer and more equitable media environment, the Moroccan National Press Union (SNPM) has committed to creating an internal mechanism aimed at combating harassment and gender-based violence within the media sector. This initiative emerged from two workshops......

Casablanca Court Delays Appeal Trial of Cosmetic Surgeon Hassan Tazi

The postponed trial is set to resume on September 23, where the court will hear arguments from both the prosecution and defense. The appeal trial of renowned Moroccan cosmetic surgeon Hassan Tazi, previously convicted on charges of inciting others to provide false testimony, was postponed today. The......

Mohamed Boudrika's Detention in Germany: Family Refutes Asylum Claims

Former Raja Casablanca President Mohamed Boudrika did not pursue political asylum in Germany, as confirmed by his family. Sources close to Boudrika maintain he remains confident in Morocco's judicial system. Boudrika has been detained since July 16 near Hamburg airport, with allegations of forgery......

Ex-Casablanca Mayor Probed for Alleged Financial Improprieties

Mohammed Sajid, the former mayor of Casablanca, is currently under investigation by the National Judicial Police Brigade (BNPJ) for suspected financial mismanagement during his tenure, as reported by multiple sources. The investigation was sparked by findings from the Court of Audit, which indicated......

King Mohammed VI Grants Clemency to Moroccan Journalists and Activists on Throne Day

In a significant gesture marking Throne Day, King Mohammed VI of Morocco has extended royal pardons to 2,476 individuals, including prominent journalists Taoufik Bouachrine, Omar Radi, and Soulaimane Raissouni, alongside activists Reda Taoujni and Youssef El-Hireche. This annual tradition often coincides......

The High-Stakes Radio Prank: Hit Radio Grapples with Soaring Losses

In the heart of Casablanca's courtroom drama, the trial surrounding the alleged "live on-air hijacking hoax" orchestrated by radio host Mohamed Bousfiha, better known as "Momo," and two other defendants took a gripping turn this Wednesday. The Court of Appeal temporarily adjourned......