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Bodycam footage leak opens new legal front in Italian case involving Moroccan national

A new legal dispute has emerged in Italy following the reported broadcast of bodycam footage linked to the police operation that preceded the death of Moroccan national Abdelrahim Faqir. The legal team representing Faqir’s family has reportedly asked Italian prosecutors to launch an urgent investigation......

Peru waives tourist visa requirement for Moroccan nationals

The Peruvian government has introduced a new visa exemption measure allowing certain Moroccan nationals to enter the country for tourism without obtaining a separate Peruvian visa, according to local media reports. Under the new rules, Moroccan citizens holding valid ordinary passports may travel to......

Morocco’s Al Boraq high-speed train praised for technology and engineering

Morocco’s Al Boraq high-speed train has attracted international attention for its technological capabilities and engineering achievements, with the service being recognized as the first and only high-speed rail system currently operating in Africa. The railway service, operated by Morocco’s......

Morocco moves closer to acquiring submarines to strengthen its naval capabilities

Morocco appears to be moving closer to strengthening its naval capabilities with the possible acquisition of military submarines, according to a series of reports and statements from international defense industry players. Although Rabat has not officially announced a submarine procurement program, the......

Moroccan passport ranks first in North Africa, offering visa-free travel to 71 destinations globally

The Moroccan passport has further strengthened its international standing, securing the top position in North Africa in the latest global passport ranking index released on July 24, 2026. According to the global index, the Moroccan passport ranks 67th worldwide, granting citizens visa-free access or......

United Nations praises Morocco's human development path at Morocco Today Forum

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has commended Morocco for carving out an inspiring path in human development, driven by long-term vision, structural reforms, and strategic investments in human capital, infrastructure, and social protection. Speaking at the opening session of the ninth......

Moroccan Travelers Surpass 1.08 Billion Euros in Spending Across Spain Throughout 2025

Bilateral tourism ties between Morocco and Spain have reached new heights, with official data revealing that travelers residing in Morocco pumped more than 1.08 billion euros into the Spanish economy during 2025. According to figures published by the Spanish tourism authority Turespaña, spending......

Afrobarometer Poll Shows 57% of Moroccan Women Hold Secondary or Higher Education Degrees

A recent survey conducted by the Afrobarometer research network highlights significant educational progress among women in Morocco, revealing that over half of the female population has attained secondary or higher education. According to the poll findings, 57% of Moroccan women hold secondary or tertiary......

Preliminary Autopsy Points to Asphyxiation in Death of Moroccan National in Italy as Investigations Continue

Preliminary findings from forensic examinations into the tragic death of Moroccan citizen Abdelrahim Faqir in Bologna, Italy, indicate that asphyxiation is emerging as a central focus of ongoing judicial investigations. According to Italian media reports, initial computed tomography (CT) scans performed......

El Arbi Sbaï Appointed Director of Mohammed V Airport to Lead New Phase of Modernization

The National Office of Airports (ONDA) has strengthened its leadership team by appointing El Arbi Sbaï as the new director of Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca. This strategic appointment falls under the umbrella of the "Airports 2030" vision, aimed at modernizing Morocco's......

Moroccan consulate in Bologna closely follows case of Moroccan citizen who died during police intervention

Morocco's Consulate General in Bologna said it is closely monitoring the case of Moroccan citizen Abderrahim Fakir, who died on July 19 in the Italian city during an intervention involving police officers. According to a statement from the Moroccan consulate, the case is being followed in close......

Morocco strengthens its aerial firefighting capabilities to combat forest fires

Morocco is continuing to expand its capabilities in the fight against forest fires by strengthening its aerial firefighting fleet, which plays a key role in the country's national strategy to protect its forests and respond rapidly to wildfires. The aerial firefighting system operates as part of......

Italian opposition leader calls for full investigation into Moroccan man’s death

Italy’s opposition leader has accused state authorities of failing to protect a Moroccan citizen who died during a police intervention in Bologna, calling for a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. The leader of the Democratic Party said the state had a responsibility......

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