Far-right ban on Muslim prayers in Spanish town sparks Islamophobia debate

In a controversial move, the conservative Popular Party (PP) in Jumilla, southeastern Spain, passed a ban on religious gatherings in public sports facilities last week. Proposed by the far-right Vox party, the decision effectively targets Muslim holiday prayers, including Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha,......

India’s INS Tamal strengthens naval ties with Morocco during Casablanca visit

India’s newest stealth frigate, INS Tamal, concluded a three-day port visit to Casablanca from August 6-9, marking a significant step in the deepening maritime cooperation between India and Morocco. This visit is the third by an Indian naval vessel to Morocco in the past two years, underscoring......

Moroccan authorities arrest 18-year-old suspected ISIS supporter

Morocco's Central Bureau of Judicial Investigation (BCIJ) has detained an 18-year-old man in the Douar El Amarna area of Settat province, suspected of planning terrorist attacks inspired by ISIS ideology. The arrest, carried out early Sunday, underscores Morocco's ongoing efforts to counter rising......

Akhannouch chairs meeting on Morocco’s 2020-2027 national water program

Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch led a high-level meeting in Rabat to review the progress of the National Program for Drinking Water Supply and Irrigation 2020-2027. The session, attended by key ministers and senior officials, focused on strategies to ensure reliable access to potable water and......

Macron enforces tougher stance on Algeria amid worsening diplomatic ties

France takes decisive measures to safeguard national interests French President Emmanuel Macron has unveiled a firm policy shift towards Algeria, citing its lack of cooperation and escalating diplomatic tensions. In an exclusive letter published by Le Figaro, Macron instructed Prime Minister François......

Algeria ends visa deal with France, deepening diplomatic rift

Algeria retaliates against France’s suspension of visa exemption Algeria announced on Thursday the termination of a bilateral agreement on visa exemptions for holders of diplomatic and service passports, escalating tensions with France. The decision follows France’s move to suspend the same......

Kenya strengthens cybercrime fight with Moroccan expertise

Kenya is turning to Morocco for expertise in combating cybercrime, according to a statement made by Kenya's Attorney General, Renson Ingonga, during a meeting on August 7 with the Moroccan ambassador, Abderrazzak Laassel, in Nairobi. During the meeting, Ingonga praised Morocco’s significant......

Israeli lobbyist’s campaign challenges Moroccan diplomatic sovereignty

A recent article published on JFEED, a platform focused on "Israel and the Jewish world," has sparked controversy, accusing Morocco’s ambassador to the United States, Youssef El Amrani, and his wife, Asma Lamrabet, of anti-Semitism and alleged diplomatic failures. The piece, authored......

Panama’s support for Morocco’s Sahara sovereignty reshapes regional dynamics

Panama has officially declared its recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara, following its decision to sever ties with the self-proclaimed “Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic” (SADR). This transformative move signals a major shift in Panama’s foreign policy and strengthens......

Zuma's visit to Morocco sparks South African diplomatic protest

On July 15, 2025, Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita, welcomed former South African President Jacob Zuma in Rabat. Zuma, now leader of the Umkhonto We Sizwe (MK) party, expressed his party’s support for Morocco’s autonomy plan regarding the Sahara, describing it as......

UN envoy praises Morocco’s pivotal role in fostering peace in Libya

The United Nations Special Representative for Libya, Hanna Serwaa Tetteh, has commended Morocco for its unwavering support in advancing peace and political dialogue among Libyan factions. During a meeting on Monday with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita in Rabat, Tetteh expressed her "deep......

US reiterates unwavering support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara

The United States has reaffirmed its steadfast support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara, dismissing ongoing attempts by Algeria to challenge this position. Senior US officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Senior Advisor Massad Boulos, have reiterated Washington’s recognition......

UK's 1721 recognition of Morocco's sovereignty over Sahara reshapes geopolitical stakes

The United Kingdom’s recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara dates back to the Treaty of Friendship of 1721, signed in Fez during the reign of King George I. This historic agreement explicitly acknowledged Sultan Moulay Ismail as the ruler of Morocco, including territories now known......

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