Morocco honored as guest of the 2025 Panama International Book Fair
Morocco is participating as the guest of honor at the 21st Panama International Book Fair, taking place from August 11 to 17 at the Atlapa Convention Center in Panama City. This marks the first time Morocco has been featured as a guest of honor at a book fair in Latin America, reflecting the deepening ties between the two nations and Morocco’s......
Morocco rises to fourth place in global blueberry exports
Morocco has achieved a significant milestone in the global blueberry market, climbing from seventh to fourth place in export rankings within a single year, according to Agraria Pe. This rapid ascent reflects the country’s strategic efforts to position itself as a key player in the industry. In 2024, Morocco exported a record 83,000......
Israel’s hardliners demand submission, not partnership, in Morocco relations
A diplomatic storm has erupted following a smear campaign targeting Morocco’s ambassador to the United States, Youssef El Amrani, and his wife, Asma Lamrabet. The attack, spearheaded by pro-Israel hardliners, highlights the relentless demands for political servitude under the guise of “friendship.” Morocco’s sovereignty......
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, drawing widespread criticism from Spain’s......
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 the growing strategic partnership between......
Australia to recognize Palestinian state at UN General Assembly in September
Australia will formally recognize the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in September, marking a significant diplomatic shift for a nation traditionally aligned with Israel. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the decision on Monday, calling a two-state solution “humanity’s best hope” to......
Norway scrutinizes $2 trillion fund's Israeli investments over Gaza airstrikes
Norway’s government has directed its sovereign wealth fund, the largest in the world valued at $2 trillion, to reevaluate its holdings in Israeli companies accused of complicity in human rights violations during the ongoing Gaza conflict. This move comes after reports linked some investments to military operations in the besieged Palestinian......
Macron urges UN-led mission and permanent ceasefire to end Gaza conflict
French President Emmanuel Macron has denounced Israel's proposed expansion into Gaza as a "grave and unprecedented disaster" and called for an immediate, permanent ceasefire. Speaking to BFMTV on Monday, August 11, Macron criticized the Israeli cabinet’s recent announcement of a military expansion into Gaza City and the......
Influence marketing in Morocco: a revolution inspired by MrBeast?
The global success of MrBeast’s recent campaign—mobilizing 3,000 creators across 84 countries to raise $40 million for clean water access—has sparked a critical question for Morocco: can the kingdom harness its creator ecosystem to orchestrate campaigns of similar scale and impact? While Morocco boasts undeniable potential......
Cambodia nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize as relations with U.S. shift
Cambodia has nominated former U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his role in brokering a cease-fire between Cambodia and Thailand following a border dispute. In an August 7 letter to the Norwegian Nobel Committee, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet praised Trump’s efforts, calling him a pivotal figure in restoring......
Anas Al Sharif: Gaza’s silenced truth amid Israel’s war on journalists
The murder of Anas Al Sharif, a 28-year-old Al Jazeera correspondent, and five of his colleagues in a targeted Israeli strike outside Gaza’s Al Shifa hospital marks another tragic chapter in Israel’s campaign to suppress press freedom. The attack, which killed seven people sheltering in a media tent, highlights the perils faced......
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 security threats linked to extremist......
Spain orders Jumilla to revoke ban on Muslim celebrations
Spain’s central government has instructed the town of Jumilla in Murcia to annul a controversial motion that prohibits religious festivities in municipal sports facilities. Critics argue the decision targeted the town's Muslim community, which has long hosted events like Eid al-Fitr in such venues. Government intervention over alleged......
Hakimi’s Ballon d’Or claim ignites debate within PSG
Achraf Hakimi’s assertion that he deserves the prestigious Ballon d’Or award has reportedly stirred conversations within Paris Saint-Germain’s (PSG) dressing room. Speaking to Canal+, the Moroccan defender expressed his surprise and pride at being named among the 30 finalists, stating, “When people put me in the Ballon......
Azerbaijan and Armenia take historic step toward peace with Trump-brokered agreement
The leaders of Azerbaijan and Armenia have taken a decisive step toward ending decades of conflict, with the signing of a historic Joint Declaration during a meeting at the White House on Friday. Facilitated by U.S. President Donald Trump, the agreement signals that the long-anticipated Azerbaijan-Armenia Peace Agreement is nearing completion.......