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This Monday, the Moroccan people particularly former resistance fighters and veterans of the Liberation Army commemorate the 56th anniversary of the recovery of Sidi Ifni, a pivotal milestone in the country’s path toward complete territorial sovereignty. On June 30, 1969, foreign occupying forces......
French President Emmanuel Macron has unveiled an ambitious renovation plan for the Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum, which includes a new grand entrance and improved visitor access. Speaking in front of the Mona Lisa, he emphasized that the redesign would help alleviate congestion at the......
In response to the alarming state of the Louvre Museum, French public authorities, led by President Emmanuel Macron, are mobilizing efforts to safeguard this iconic institution. The museum’s president, Laurence des Cars, has raised an urgent concern regarding the "advanced degradation"......
On January 11, 1944, a single document changed the course of Moroccan history. The Independence Manifesto, delivered to French authorities, marked a decisive shift in North Africa's colonial resistance and set Morocco on a path to sovereignty. In 1944, Morocco was divided among colonial powers:......
The road to reopening Notre-Dame Cathedral was long and demanding, requiring the tireless efforts of nearly 1,000 workers to meet the ambitious five-year deadline set by French President Emmanuel Macron. Yet, despite the challenges, the monumental task was completed in record time, including the restoration......
An extraordinary archaeological discovery is taking place beneath the famous Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, revealing two millennia of history. Following the 2019 fire that devastated much of the iconic structure, excavations have uncovered remarkable artifacts, providing new insights into the cathedral’s......
In December, the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris will reopen its doors to the public after five years of restoration following the devastating fire in April 2019. The cathedral, renowned for its soaring ceilings, intricate stained-glass windows, and world-class organ, is a symbol of France’s......
The Consulate General of France in Tangier celebrated the inauguration of its new premises, marking a significant milestone in a project aimed at consolidating the services of the French Institute and the Consulate at the iconic Place de France. This ceremony was attended by notable figures,......
Morocco's Independence Day serves as a moment to reaffirm the nation's unwavering commitment to its sacred principles: Islam, territorial integrity, and the monarchy, according to Abdelkrim Zerktouni, President of the Mohamed Zerktouni Foundation for Culture and Research. These principles,......
Critics argue that retaining the rings on the iconic Paris landmark would transform it into ‘an advertising outpost’. Plans to keep the Olympic rings on the Eiffel Tower have sparked controversy, with descendants of the monument's designer and some local residents voicing their disapproval.......
Today marks the 71st anniversary of Morocco's Revolution of the King and the People, a pivotal event in the nation's quest for independence and reform. This revolution is a testament to Morocco's enduring struggle against colonial rule. Under French and Spanish protectorates in the 20th......
As Morocco marks the 45th anniversary of Oued Ed-Dahab's return, the nation reflects on a transformative journey of sovereignty and development. This milestone commemorates a pivotal moment in Moroccan history, symbolizing national unity and the reclamation of territorial integrity in the Sahara. Historical......
In a remarkable turn of events at the Port of Sète, French customs officials recently intercepted a substantial collection of Moroccan artworks valued at tens of thousands of euros. The discovery was made during a routine inspection of a ferry arriving from Morocco, transforming an ordinary procedure......
