Ministry addresses controversy over dismissal of Figuig religious council leader
The Ministry of Islamic Affairs and Endowments has clarified its decision to dismiss the head of the local religious council in Figuig, addressing widespread speculation and criticism surrounding the issue. In a formal statement, the Ministry emphasized that the dismissal adhered to established legal and institutional procedures, dismissing......
Spain denies removing national symbols from islets near Morocco
Spain has dismissed claims that it removed its national flag from two small islets near Morocco’s Mediterranean coast. The Spanish Ministry of Defense clarified that no flags have been flown on these territories for over two decades, instead using metal structures painted in the national colors as markers of sovereignty. Clarification......
First Moroccan clerk at ICJ reflects rise in global legal representation
Adil Auraghi, a Stanford Law graduate, is set to make history as the first Moroccan to serve as a clerk at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) through its prestigious Judicial Fellowship Program. Beginning in September, Auraghi will work under Judge Leonardo Nemer Caldeira Brant of Brazil, contributing to the court’s pivotal legal......
Italy moves forward with world’s longest suspension bridge project
Italy’s government has approved a groundbreaking €13.5 billion ($15.6 billion) project to construct the world’s longest suspension bridge, connecting the island of Sicily to the mainland across the Strait of Messina. The ambitious state-funded project, which has been debated for decades, is set to transform regional infrastructure......
Nadine Labaki to headline Abu Dhabi congress on Arabic creativity
Renowned Arab filmmakers and creatives, including Lebanese actress and director Nadine Labaki, Tunisian Egyptian actress Hend Sabry, and Jordanian filmmaker Tima Shomali, will headline the Congress of Arabic & Creative Industries in Abu Dhabi from September 14 to 15. Organized by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, the two-day event......
Italian ministers face allegations over release of Libyan official wanted by ICC
Judges in Italy have requested parliamentary approval to investigate two government ministers over their involvement in the release of Osama Almasri Najim, a Libyan official wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for charges including murder, rape, and torture. Najim, the head of Libya’s judicial police, was arrested on January......
NGO calls for stricter laws to combat online bullying targeting women in Morocco
The Tahadi Association for Equality and Citizenship (ATEC) has raised alarm over the escalating prevalence of online bullying targeting women and girls in Morocco, calling for urgent legal reforms to address the issue. In a statement issued on Monday, ATEC expressed its “deep concern” over the growing trend of digital harassment,......
AMEA Power advances Agadir desalination with wind energy
Dubai-based energy firm AMEA Power has announced its involvement in the second phase of Morocco’s Agadir seawater desalination project, a transformative effort set to make the facility one of Africa’s largest water treatment plants. This expansion will boost the plant’s capacity to 400,000 cubic meters of water per day, addressing......
Fez medina earns place on ALECSO’s Arab architectural heritage registry
Steeped in over a thousand years of history, the medina of Fez has secured its position as a cornerstone of Arab-Islamic culture by joining the inaugural registry of Arab architectural and urban heritage. Launched by the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organisation (ALECSO), the registry highlights historic sites that embody......
Morocco launches housing initiative for citizens living abroad
Morocco's Ministry of National Territory Planning, Urban Planning, Housing, and City Policy has unveiled a new campaign aimed at supporting Moroccans residing abroad (MREs). This initiative, part of the “Marhaba 2025” operation, focuses on improving public services, ensuring better communication, and facilitating access to......
Brazilian Supreme Court places Bolsonaro under house arrest ahead of coup trial
The Brazilian Supreme Court, led by Justice Alexandre de Moraes, has placed former President Jair Bolsonaro under house arrest as he faces trial for allegedly conspiring to instigate a coup in January 2023. The decision, announced on August 4, restricts Bolsonaro to his Brasília residence under strict surveillance. Charges and restrictions Bolsonaro......
Morocco strengthens role as a key fertilizer supplier to India
Morocco is solidifying its position as a leading fertilizer supplier to India, bolstered by strategic agreements and its commitment to high-quality exports. The country’s state-owned OCP Group, a global leader in the fertilizer industry, has played a pivotal role in meeting India’s agricultural needs. Strategic partnership with......
Morocco integrates Spidercam technology for an innovative AFCON 2025 broadcast
Morocco's National Broadcasting and Television Company (SNRT) is set to revolutionize the viewing experience for the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 by deploying Spidercam technology across all nine hosting stadiums. This marks a groundbreaking first in AFCON history, as the advanced aerial camera system will be implemented throughout......
Geneva talks spark renewed momentum for global treaty on plastic pollution
Delegates from around the world have gathered in Geneva for a critical round of United Nations-led negotiations aimed at crafting a legally binding treaty to combat plastic pollution. Hosted by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), the discussions represent a major attempt to overcome the divisions that derailed last year’s talks in Busan,......
Mali announces release of kidnapped Moroccan truck drivers
The Malian government has confirmed the release of four Moroccan truck drivers who were kidnapped earlier this year near the northeastern border of Burkina Faso with Niger. The drivers, abducted in January, were freed last Sunday and are reported to be "safe and sound." Joint effort leads to release According to the Malian authorities,......