Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez has publicly rejected speculation that Franco-Moroccan businessman Anas Laghrari is positioning himself to take over the club's presidency, calling the reports false and pointing to clear regulatory barriers that would make such a candidacy impossible under current statutes. Pérez addressed......
French law enforcement has dismantled a major international drug trafficking operation linking Morocco and France, seizing nearly 2.7 tonnes of cannabis resin and arresting two suspects in a coordinated multi-agency operation carried out across four locations simultaneously. The case originated with a preliminary investigation opened by the......
The prefecture of Inezgane Ait-Melloul opened its ninth edition of the Bilmawen carnival on Thursday, May 28, 2026, drawing local associations and international delegations to celebrate one of Morocco's most distinctive forms of intangible cultural heritage. The multi-day event runs through June 1 and is organized in the days following......
Every year, Eid al-Adha structures the lives of millions of Muslims across France in a rhythm of early rising, communal prayer, family meals, and the ritual sacrifice at the heart of the celebration. In Bordeaux, a 21-year-old named Assia describes a day that blends genuine spiritual intensity with practical challenges unique to practicing......
Two French nationals who had been missing at sea for several days were found alive Thursday evening off the coast of Assilah in northern Morocco after an extensive multinational search operation. Moroccan rescue authorities said the men were spotted and rescued by a merchant vessel navigating through the search zone. Authorities coordinated......
Marrakech’s prime residential property market has recorded strong growth since 2023, driven by rising demand from international buyers, younger professionals, and Moroccan expatriates seeking second homes and lifestyle investments. The city, long associated with retirees and seasonal visitors, is now attracting a broader mix of affluent......
Armenia held its first large-scale military parade in a decade on May 28, displaying newly acquired foreign weapons systems in central Yerevan as the country accelerates efforts to reduce its long-standing military dependence on Russia. The demonstration took place just days before crucial parliamentary elections and reflected the government’s......
French energy giant TotalEnergies made significant crude oil purchases in the Middle East after its trading teams observed unusual military activity in the Gulf region earlier this year, according to the company’s chief executive. CEO Patrick Pouyanné stated in an interview that traders within the company noticed an increase......
As anticipation builds for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, customs authorities in France have intercepted a large shipment of counterfeit football jerseys, highlighting the growing scale of illicit sports merchandise trafficking ahead of major international tournaments. French customs officers seized approximately 2,300 fake official jerseys......
The two sailors were traveling aboard a catamaran named Stella, which was being transferred from Martinique in the French Caribbean to a European port, reportedly either Barcelona or Marseille. Moroccan rescue services received an emergency alert early Sunday morning after the vessel encountered difficulties near the Strait of Gibraltar. Authorities......
The French National Assembly has unanimously approved a bill aimed at formally abolishing the “Black Code” and other colonial-era laws that regulated slavery in French territories during the 17th and 18th centuries. Although these texts lost their legal effect after the abolition of slavery in 1848, they had never been officially......
In Paris, the French artificial intelligence company Mistral AI has responded to recent criticism regarding the use of artificial intelligence in military contexts. The company’s leadership addressed concerns raised by the Pope about the ethical implications of deploying AI in warfare. While acknowledging the importance of peace and......
French tyre manufacturer Michelin is considering a voluntary workforce reduction plan in France that could lead to the elimination of up to 1,500 jobs over the next three years, according to the company. The proposal is part of a broader effort to adapt the company’s operations to changing market conditions and improve long-term competitiveness......
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At the Heart of the 2026 World Cup
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