Qatar Airways expands Casablanca flights in winter 2025 schedule
Qatar Airways has announced an increase in its flight frequency to Casablanca as part of its expanded winter schedule for 2025. The airline will raise its service from four to five weekly flights, aiming to meet growing passenger demand and strengthen connectivity through its Doha hub, Hamad International Airport. Strengthening Morocco’s......
Europe criticizes Spain for lack of progress in anti-corruption efforts
The Group of States against Corruption (GRECO), part of the Council of Europe, has criticized the Spanish government for its "lack of progress" in combating corruption. In a report approved during its June plenary session and revealed on Friday, the 46-member organization expressed disappointment over unfulfilled reforms and unmet......
Putin announces deployment of mass-produced Oreshnik hypersonic missiles
Russian President Vladimir Putin has confirmed that the first mass-produced Oreshnik hypersonic missile systems have been delivered to Russia’s armed forces. Speaking on Friday during a military briefing, Putin emphasized the advanced capabilities of the new weapon, which is already operational and designed to enhance Russia’s......
India’s oil trade with Russia strains ties with the US
India’s ongoing purchase of Russian oil has been described as a “point of irritation” by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who highlighted its impact on the strategic partnership between New Delhi and Washington. Speaking in an interview with Fox Radio, Rubio acknowledged India’s energy demands but expressed concern......
Trump intensifies pressure on Russia over Ukraine as frustrations mount
U.S. President Donald Trump has once again expressed his growing frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin, criticizing Moscow’s continued aggression in Ukraine. Despite campaign promises to swiftly end the conflict and surpass his predecessor Joe Biden’s efforts, Trump has struggled to secure a resolution to the war. Speaking......
Greece’s militarization of Aegean islands tests Türkiye’s patience
Greece’s ambitious “Agenda 2030” plan to establish self-sufficient military units on its Aegean islands has sparked a sharp response from Türkiye, which views the move as a violation of international law and a direct threat to regional stability. Some of these islands lie just 1,575 meters from the Turkish coast, intensifying......
Slovenia imposes EU’s first arms embargo on Israel over Gaza conflict
Slovenia has become the first European Union member state to enforce an arms embargo against Israel, citing Tel Aviv’s actions in Gaza as violations of international law. The decision, announced by Prime Minister Robert Golob, aims to halt the violence in Gaza, which the Slovenian government has described as genocide. The embargo prohibits......
Ferhat Mehenni urges France to support Kabyle independence from Algeria
A call for historical justice Ferhat Mehenni, president of the provisional Kabyle government in exile (Anavad), has urged France to honor its historical principles by recognizing the Kabyle people's right to self-determination. Highlighting their resistance to colonization and subsequent exclusion, Mehenni emphasized that this right should......
Gaza's infants face malnutrition as families turn to desperate feeding measures
A humanitarian crisis unfolds In the heart of Gaza, families are grappling with a worsening humanitarian crisis as infant formula becomes nearly unattainable. In a makeshift beach tent, three-month-old Muntaha winces as her grandmother feeds her chickpea paste through a syringe. The grainy mixture, though painful for the baby, is the only......
France's military chief warns of potential Russian threat within five years
The outgoing French Chief of the Defence Staff, General Thierry Burkhard, has issued a stark warning about a potential military threat from Russia to Europe within the next five years. Speaking days before his departure at the end of August, Burkhard shared his concerns in an interview with The Economist, highlighting the implications of Russia's......
France urges end to Gaza humanitarian foundation operations amid crisis
The French Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, has called for the immediate cessation of activities by the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), an organization backed by the United States and Israel. Speaking during a visit to Cyprus on July 31, Barrot condemned the foundation’s methods of aid distribution,......
Kamala Harris to publish memoir on brief 2024 presidential bid
Former Vice President Kamala Harris has announced the upcoming release of her memoir, "107 Days," which chronicles her short-lived 2024 presidential campaign. The book, set to hit shelves in September, promises a detailed behind-the-scenes look at what Harris describes as "the shortest presidential campaign in modern history." In......
Dounia Batma returns with heartfelt new single "Dawi Fiyya"
Moroccan singer Dounia Batma has made a powerful comeback with the release of her new single, Dawi Fiyya, marking her return to the spotlight after a year-long hiatus. The singer’s absence followed her involvement in the controversial "Hamza Mon Bébé" case, which garnered widespread attention in artistic and media......
Morocco’s aerospace exports soar to MAD 14.13 billion in first half of 2025
Morocco's aerospace industry has continued its remarkable growth, with exports reaching MAD 14.13 billion ($1.41 billion) during the first six months of 2025, an 8.8% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Office des Changes. Decade of transformative growth The sector’s expansion is driven by significant......
Portugal weighs recognizing Palestinian state amid rising tensions
The Portuguese government has announced plans to consult the president and Parliament regarding the recognition of the State of Palestine at the upcoming United Nations General Assembly in September. According to a statement released Thursday by Prime Minister Luis Montenegro’s office, the recognition could be finalized during the high-level......