Moroccan government advances social reforms and renewable energy initiatives
The Moroccan government council, led by Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch, convened on Thursday, October 23, 2025, to approve pivotal reforms and key ministerial appointments under Article 92 of the Constitution. The session emphasized Morocco’s strategic focus on social equity, food safety, and renewable energy development as part of its......
Rubio cautions Israel on West Bank annexation amid Gaza ceasefire efforts
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has urged Israel to reconsider annexing parts of the West Bank, warning that such a move could undermine the fragile Gaza ceasefire and derail ongoing peace efforts. Speaking before his departure to Israel, Rubio emphasized that annexation “at this time … might be counterproductive,” referencing......
Morocco and Spain deepen economic partnership ahead of 2030 World Cup
Morocco and Spain are moving to strengthen their economic ties as both nations prepare to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Portugal. The initiative reflects a shared vision for sustainable growth and deeper regional integration. Morocco’s General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM) recently welcomed representatives......
Morocco earns global acclaim for economic strategy and regional leadership
Morocco has received high praise from the United Nations’ top trade official for its exemplary economic development model and its contributions to international cooperation. Rebecca Grynspan, Secretary-General of the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), highlighted Morocco as a “model for us” during discussions......
Morocco advances feminist diplomacy as cornerstone of global peace and equality
Morocco has declared its pursuit of gender equality as an irreversible national project, deeply rooted in both domestic reforms and international diplomacy. Speaking at the 4th Conference on Feminist Diplomacies in Paris, Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita underscored that under His Majesty King Mohammed VI’s leadership, the kingdom’s......
World court urges Israel to support aid access in Gaza
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has called on Israel to cooperate with United Nations relief efforts in Gaza and the West Bank, emphasizing its obligation to facilitate humanitarian aid in territories widely recognized as occupied Palestinian territory. The advisory opinion, issued on Wednesday in The Hague, is nonbinding but carries......
GenZ 212 sparks protests for dignity across Morocco
Since late September 2025, Morocco has witnessed a historic wave of social unrest led by its youngest generation, GenZ 212, named after the country’s international dialing code. This decentralized movement, organized through platforms like Discord, has emerged as a powerful voice against systemic inequality, corruption, and declining......
FIFA relocates Afghan women's refugee team tournament to Morocco
A FIFA-organized tournament featuring the Afghan women's refugee team, originally slated to take place in the United Arab Emirates, has been relocated to Morocco. The four-team friendly competition, part of the "FIFA Unites: Women's Series," is set to begin on Sunday and will include the national women’s teams of the......
Clashes in Idlib: Syrian forces confront French jihadist group amid kidnapping allegations
Syrian security forces have launched a significant operation against Firqat al-Ghuraba, a jihadist group led by French-Senegalese Omar Omsen, in the Idlib province. This marks the first major confrontation between the transitional government and foreign fighters since the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime last December. The operation began......
Marine Tondelier announces 2027 bid with focus on ecology and social change
Marine Tondelier, the national secretary of the French Ecologists and party leader since 2022, has declared her candidacy for the upcoming presidential election. In an interview with Nouvel Obs, Tondelier described her decision as "an act of love for France," citing profound concerns about the country's current trajectory. Rejecting......
US expands drug trafficking crackdown with deadly Pacific strike
The US military executed its eighth strike against a vessel suspected of drug trafficking in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two individuals onboard. This marks the first such operation targeting a suspected drug smuggling vessel in the Pacific, following seven previous strikes in the Caribbean Sea. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed......
US announces sweeping sanctions against Russia's 2 largest oil firms
The United States has launched its most comprehensive economic measures against Russia, targeting its two largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, as efforts to resolve the war in Ukraine remain stagnant. The sanctions, announced by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on October 21, 2025, represent a key escalation in President Donald Trump’s......
Lebanon and Paraguay reaffirm unwavering support for Morocco’s sovereignty
The international backing for Morocco’s autonomy initiative continues to strengthen, with Lebanon and Paraguay reiterating their support for Morocco’s territorial integrity over its southern provinces. Lebanon’s steadfast position On Tuesday, Lebanon reaffirmed its unwavering stance during a meeting between Lebanese Minister......
Morocco unveils national plan to improve autism care and inclusion
Morocco has taken a significant step in addressing autism by launching two landmark national studies aimed at improving support for individuals with autism and their families. The studies, presented at a conference in Rabat by the Collective Autisme Maroc (CAM) in partnership with the UN Population Fund (UNFPA), provide the country’s......
France estimates 700,000 undocumented migrants amid calls for stricter border controls
The French Interior Ministry has estimated that 700,000 undocumented migrants currently reside in the country, highlighting a significant challenge for the government as debates over immigration policies intensify. Interior Minister Laurent Nunez disclosed the figure during an interview on CNews Europe 1, responding to National Rally President......