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Chaos in Marrakech: Intoxicated Driver Apprehended After Striking Pedestrians

A chaotic scene unfolded in Marrakech on August 15 when a 38-year-old Frenchman of Moroccan descent was arrested after driving under the influence and hitting multiple pedestrians. The incident was captured in a viral video, sparking widespread outrage. According to the General Directorate of National......

Visa Approval Insights: Schengen Countries Most Welcoming to Moroccan Applicants

In 2023, Switzerland emerged as the leading Schengen country for approving Moroccan visa applications, boasting an 83.9% acceptance rate. Notably, 82% of these visas were multiple-entry, highlighting Switzerland's openness to Moroccan travelers. According to SchengenVisaInfo, Switzerland, Poland,......

Security Scare on Agadir-Paris Flight: Teen's Bluetooth Prank Triggers Delay

A Transavia flight from Agadir to Paris Orly was delayed on Sunday following a security alert over a passenger’s Bluetooth device name. Flight TO3121, a Boeing 737 with 153 passengers and 6 crew, landed at Orly at 10:08 a.m. as scheduled. The alert began mid-flight when a crew member noticed a......

French Political Aide Accused of Racist Remarks Against Moroccan Individuals

Julie Gahinet, a parliamentary aide to French politician Julien Odoul, is embroiled in controversy as allegations surface accusing her of making racially charged remarks towards three Moroccan individuals. Despite her vehement denials, witnesses have corroborated the claims, prompting the three French......

Tangier Court Delivers Verdict on Jacques Bouthier Case: Lengthy Sentences for Human Trafficking Suspects

In a landmark ruling, a court in Tangier, Morocco, has sentenced seven individuals implicated in the high-profile case involving French businessman Jacques Bouthier. The court's decision comes after Bouthier's arrest in May 2022 on multiple rape allegations against Moroccan women. One of the......

Surging Interest in Islam Across Europe Amidst Ongoing Conflict

In a remarkable shift, researchers have revealed that the conversion rate of people accepting Islam in Europe has skyrocketed by a staggering 400% since the beginning of Israel's assault on Gaza. This eye-opening statistic underscores a growing trend that is poised to reshape the demographic landscape......

Vienna Tops Liveability Index as Western Cities Face Decline

The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) has once again named Vienna, Austria, as the world's "most livable city," but the latest report underlines shifting dynamics in urban liveability across Europe, North America, and Asia. For the third consecutive year, Vienna has secured the top spot,......

Marrakech Court Upholds Hijabi Student’s Right to Religious Expression in French School

In a landmark decision, a Marrakech court has ruled in favor of a female student who was barred from entering Lycée Victor Hugo for wearing a hijab. This verdict, delivered on June 21st, underscores the student's right to religious expression within the foreign-operated educational institution. The......

Zineb Mekouar: Moroccan Literary Gem Shines Bright in Parisian Limelight

In a resounding celebration of literary excellence, Moroccan writer Zineb Mekouar has etched her name into the annals of literary accolades by securing the "Best Novel" Prize from the esteemed French publishing house "Points." This triumph was unveiled at a prestigious ceremony held......

France Rolls Out Streamlined Schengen Visa Process for Moroccan Alumni of French Higher Education

In a move aimed at strengthening ties with Moroccan graduates of French higher education institutions, the French government has unveiled a new streamlined visa application process. While not guaranteeing automatic visa issuance, the initiative promises a simplified procedure and a "benevolent"......

Uproar Erupts Over Video of Moroccan Woman’s Arrest by French Train Security

A recent incident at the Saint-Charles train station in Marseille has sparked a storm of outrage and accusations of racial discrimination after a video of French train security officers forcibly arresting an elderly Moroccan woman went viral. The video, which surfaced on social media platforms such......

Morocco Gears Up for Monumental Homecoming Initiative

As the summer sun kisses the shores of the Mediterranean, Morocco prepares to roll out the red carpet for its cherished diaspora in an extraordinary annual tradition. The 2024 Marhaba Operation, a grand-scale endeavor orchestrated by the Mohammed V Foundation for Solidarity, is poised to welcome home......