Moldovan president warns of Russia’s ‘unlimited hybrid warfare’ ahead of critical elections
Moldova’s president, Maia Sandu, issued a stark warning to the European Parliament on Tuesday, describing Russian efforts to influence her country’s upcoming parliamentary elections as an “unlimited hybrid warfare of an unprecedented scale.” Speaking in Strasbourg, Sandu labeled the September 28 elections as the most......
France erupts as 'Block Everything' protests challenge new prime minister
Protesters across France clashed with police and blocked highways on Wednesday as the “Block Everything” movement staged widespread demonstrations against President Emmanuel Macron’s policies. The protests coincided with the first day in office for the country’s new prime minister, Sébastien Lecornu. Nearly 200......
Egypt warns UN over Ethiopia's $5 billion dam inauguration
Egypt has formally alerted the United Nations Security Council regarding Ethiopia’s unilateral operation of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), describing the inauguration of Africa’s largest hydropower project as a violation of international law that jeopardizes Egypt’s water security. The letter, sent by Foreign......
Qatar vows to continue Gaza mediation despite Israeli strike and Trump’s criticism
Qatar has reaffirmed its commitment to mediating the Gaza conflict despite an unprecedented Israeli airstrike on its territory, which targeted Hamas leaders during discussions of a U.S.-proposed ceasefire. The attack, which killed six people, has drawn global condemnation and prompted rare criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump, who distanced......
Nationwide protests disrupt France as ‘Bloquons Tout’ movement gains momentum
France is facing widespread disruptions today as the “Bloquons Tout” (Let’s Block Everything) movement mobilizes thousands across the country. This grassroots protest, initiated on social media in May, calls for a nationwide shutdown to oppose government austerity policies. By mid-morning, Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau......
Spain sanctions Israeli ministers amid deepening Gaza conflict tensions
Spain-Israel relations hit a new low on Tuesday as Madrid barred two far-right Israeli government ministers over their alleged involvement in actions contributing to what Spain has called "genocide in Gaza." The move follows the announcement of sweeping measures aimed at addressing the humanitarian crisis in the region. Ministers......
Spain's government faces turmoil as top prosecutor and PM's wife face legal trials
Spain’s leftist government is under intense scrutiny as legal challenges mount against key figures, including the nation’s top prosecutor and the prime minister’s wife. These developments have intensified political tensions, threatening the stability of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s minority coalition. Top......
Morocco and Russia strengthen strategic partnership amid evolving global dynamics
Morocco’s pragmatic and issue-driven relationship with Russia continues to deepen, rooted in the 2016 strategic partnership established during His Majesty King Mohammed VI’s visit to Moscow. This relationship has been reinforced through consistent high-level diplomatic engagements between the two nations. Political dialogue and......
Sweden warns Europe faces a narrow window to prepare for Russian aggression
Europe must act swiftly to fortify its defenses as Russia’s prolonged engagement in Ukraine provides a limited opportunity to prepare for potential aggression in the Nordic-Baltic region, Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson has warned. Speaking to The Telegraph, Jonson emphasized that Russia’s evolving military capabilities......
Thunes launches instant money transfers to Moroccan bank accounts
Thunes, a global fintech leader, has introduced real-time money transfer services to Morocco, enabling users worldwide to send funds directly to Moroccan bank accounts in local currency, Moroccan dirhams. This new service ensures instant transactions, offering speed, transparency, and affordability for one of Africa's most vital remittance......
Central African Republic leads coalition of 40 nations backing Morocco’s Sahara sovereignty
Forty countries have issued a unified diplomatic statement at the United Nations, reaffirming their unwavering support for Morocco's sovereignty over its Sahara provinces. The declaration was presented by the Central African Republic during the general debate of the 60th session of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) in Geneva. The coalition......
Nepal’s prime minister resigns after deadly Gen Z protests over social media ban
Nepalese Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli resigned today following a week of mass protests and riots triggered by the government’s controversial social media ban. The unrest, which escalated into one of Nepal’s worst episodes of civil disorder in decades, saw 19 protesters killed and significant destruction across the capital, Kathmandu. Social......
Barcelona hosts Valencia at Johan Cruyff as Camp Nou reopening stalls
Barcelona fans will gather at the intimate Estadi Johan Cruyff this Sunday, as delays in Camp Nou's reopening force the Catalan club to improvise. The La Liga clash with Valencia will kick off at 20:00 Morocco time, with the 6,000-seat stadium in Sant Joan Despí stepping in as a temporary venue. Camp Nou remains closed after inspection......
Netanyahu defends air strikes in Doha as global backlash intensifies
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz have strongly defended Israel's recent air strikes on Doha, Qatar, stating the military operation was both justified and necessary for national security. The strikes targeted residential areas identified by Israeli intelligence as Hamas headquarters, following a......
Morocco attracts record-breaking 13.5 million tourists by August, aims for 26 million by 2030
Morocco's tourism sector is reaching new heights, welcoming 13.5 million visitors by the end of August 2025, a 15% increase compared to the same period in 2024, according to the Ministry of Tourism. This surge reinforces Morocco’s position as a leading destination in North Africa, driven by robust air connectivity, strategic investments,......