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Israeli finance minister smotrich resigns from netanyahu's government

Israeli Finance Minister, Bezalel Smotrich, submitted his resignation on Monday through a letter addressed to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. A spokesperson for Smotrich confirmed that the resignation was a protest against the request by Itamar Ben Gvir, leader of the far-right Jewish Power party, for more ministerial positions upon his......

Morocco is a strong contender for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

Tom Saintfiet, the Belgian coach of Mali's national team, believes Morocco is the top contender to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. He emphasized that Morocco is currently one of the strongest teams in Africa and the world, with a solid chance of winning the World Cup as well. In an interview with a Moroccan website, Saintfiet highlighted......

China Expands Military Drills Around Taiwan in Latest Show of Force

China's recent military exercises saw its army, navy, air force, and rocket forces surrounding Taiwan. The drills, according to Beijing, were intended to practice a blockade of the self-governing island. China continues to claim Taiwan as part of its territory, with repeated threats of using force to assert control. The Chinese military......

Traditional Moroccan craftsmanship adorns Europe's largest mosque in Rome

The interior of the Great Mosque in Rome is dominated by traditional Moroccan decorative arts, including intricate tilework (zellij), plaster, copper, and carved wood. This artistic infusion provides the mosque with a unique aesthetic, transporting visitors to the heart of Morocco's rich heritage, reminiscent of the ancient mosques and......

Europe's response to Trump's tariff plans

Europe has a well-prepared response ready to counteract any tariff increases by the United States if necessary, according to Ursula von der Leyen, the president of the European Commission. In anticipation of President Donald Trump's announcement on April 2 regarding significant new tariffs, von der Leyen emphasized that Europe was not......

Tragedy strikes Asturias coal mine: Five dead in explosion

A devastating explosion at a coal mine in Asturias, Spain, has resulted in the deaths of five individuals and left another four seriously injured. The incident occurred on Monday at the Cerredo mine in Degana, situated approximately 450 kilometers (280 miles) northwest of Madrid. Initial reports indicated that two workers were unaccounted......

Netanyahu appoints Moroccan-origin general as head of Israel’s security service

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Monday the appointment of General Eli Sharfet, the former commander of the Israeli Navy, as the new head of the Shin Bet (Shabak), Israel’s internal security service. Sharfet, who hails from the Tafilalet region in Morocco, replaces Ronen Bar, who was officially dismissed by the......

Spaniards’ purchasing power stagnates despite economic growth

Recent data from Eurostat reveals that despite Spain's ongoing economic growth, the purchasing power of its residents remains as low as it was 25 years ago. Spaniards now find themselves eight points below the EU average income level, a stark reminder that macroeconomic indicators do not always reflect individual wealth. Eurostat's......

Trump vows continued strikes on Houthis as long as they threaten navigation

U.S. President Donald Trump has pledged to maintain military strikes against the Houthis as long as they pose a threat to maritime navigation. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump stated, "We are striking them every day and every night with increasing intensity." He emphasized that the Houthis' capabilities, which endanger......

Netanyahu's Commitment to Intensify Military Operations in Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed his resolve to escalate military actions in Gaza, asserting that ongoing assaults are essential for both dismantling Hamas' capabilities and facilitating the release of hostages. In a video message released on March 31, Netanyahu insisted that military pressure is yielding results,......

Record number of pilgrims perform Hajj and Umrah in 2024

Nearly 18.5 million individuals completed the Hajj and Umrah in 2024, as reported by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. This impressive figure is attributed to various initiatives aimed at enhancing capacity, developing airports, expanding transportation networks, and implementing technological systems and applications like "TawakKalna"......

Myanmar pays tribute to earthquake victims as death toll surpasses 2,700

Authorities in Myanmar observed a moment of silence to honor the victims of a devastating earthquake that claimed over 2,700 lives, including 50 children at a preschool near Mandalay. The tragic earthquake, measuring 7.7 in magnitude, struck the country on Friday around lunchtime, marking the most powerful tremor in over a century and destroying......

Morocco’s Economic Growth Slows to 3.7% in Late 2024

Morocco's economy recorded a growth rate of 3.7% in the final quarter of 2024, a decline from the 4.2% achieved in the same period last year. This slowdown, reported by the High Commission for Planning (HCP), is attributed primarily to a downturn in agricultural output, while non-agricultural sectors displayed only modest improvements.......