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Legal Challenge to Rutte's NATO Appointment: A Moroccan-Dutch Lawyer's Battle for Accountability

In a significant legal confrontation, Karim Aachboun, a Moroccan-Dutch tax advisor and legal consultant, has filed an urgent injunction with the Dutch-speaking First Instance Court in Brussels. The aim? To contest the appointment of former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte as the new Secretary General......

Sudan's Paramilitary Force Accepts US Invitation for Ceasefire Talks Amidst Humanitarian Crisis

In a significant development in the ongoing Sudanese conflict, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have agreed to participate in US-mediated ceasefire negotiations. The talks, scheduled for August 14 in Switzerland, aim to halt the devastating civil war that has gripped Sudan since April 2023. Mohammed Hamdan......

Nora Achahbar: A New Face in the Dutch Cabinet

Nora Achahbar, a seasoned Dutch politician with Moroccan roots, has been appointed as the State Secretary for Benefits and Customs in the Netherlands. Born on June 21, 1982, in Sidi Slimane, Morocco, Achahbar’s journey from her birthplace to the upper echelons of Dutch politics is a testament to......

Sudan's Dire Crisis: A Nation on the Brink of Famine

In the heart of Sudan, a harrowing crisis unfolds, threatening millions with the specter of starvation. A recent report by the Dutch Clingendael Institute paints a grim picture, estimating that a staggering 2.5 million Sudanese could perish from hunger and related causes by September 2024 if the ongoing......

SIEL 24: Dutch Arabist Unveils Moroccan-Dutch Dictionary with 15,000 Words

The 29th edition of the International Book Fair in Rabat witnessed the unveiling of an extraordinary lexical gem, a Moroccan Dutch dictionary containing an impressive 15,000 words. This linguistic masterpiece is the brainchild of Jan Hoogland, a renowned Dutch Arabist and linguist who has dedicated four......

Dutch Football Strengthens Youth Ranks with Moroccan-Dutch Coach Adil Ramzi

The Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB) announced on Monday the appointment of Moroccan coach Adil Ramzi, 46, as the new coach for the Netherlands Under-18 national team. This strategic move aims to retain young Dutch-Moroccan talent within its ranks. Ramzi, who previously led Wydad AC, will take......

Hugs are crucial for physical and mental health, study confirms

A study published this Monday in the journal Nature Human Behaviour has confirmed the importance of hugs for the physical and mental health of humans. And according to researchers, there is not necessarily a need for another person to benefit from these benefits. The research was conducted by scientists......

Moroccan Security Forces Thwart Major Heroin Smuggling Attempt at Tangier Port

In a remarkable demonstration of vigilance and efficiency, Moroccan authorities intercepted a significant heroin smuggling attempt at Tangier Port. This incident, which unfolded on Monday morning, involved a joint operation between national security and customs services, resulting in the discovery of......