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Morocco emerges as a top destination for Russian tourists in 2024

In 2024, Morocco stands out as one of the most sought-after destinations for Russian tourists, with an impressive 81% surge in visa applications, despite increasing global competition and stricter visa regulations in other regions. Russian travelers expanded their international journeys significantly,......

Evolving French perspectives on Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria

A recent survey by Ifop-Fiducial for Sud Radio sheds light on the opinions of the French public regarding Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria. Morocco emerged as the most positively viewed country, with 68% of respondents expressing favorable opinions. Tunisia followed closely at 60%, while Algeria ranked......

France confronts Algeria’s hostility amid Europe’s passivity

Franz-Olivier Giesbert, in a recent article published in Le Point, has criticized Algeria’s repeated provocations and hostile attitude toward France, despite the substantial aid and diplomatic goodwill extended by the latter. Giesbert’s remarks underscore the strained relations between Paris......

Rassemblement National Secures Presidency of France-Morocco Friendship Group

The Rassemblement National (RN) was awarded the presidency of the France-Morocco Friendship Group during a meeting at the French National Assembly on Monday. This symbolic and strategic victory follows weeks of intense negotiations between various parliamentary groups. Typically, these presidencies......

Chad Military Foils Attack on Presidential Complex, 19 Dead

Security forces in Chad have reported thwarting an attempted assault on the presidential complex in the capital, N’Djamena, leading to the deaths of at least 19 people. The government stated that a group of armed attackers, numbering 24, tried to storm the president’s office on Wednesday......

French Interior Minister Pushes to Extend Hijab Ban to School Chaperones

French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau has announced plans to expand restrictions on religious attire, specifically targeting the wearing of hijabs by women who accompany children on school trips. In a recent interview with Le Parisien, Retailleau emphasized his intention to extend France's 2004......

Didier Deschamps to Step Down After 2026 World Cup

Didier Deschamps, the current head coach of the French national football team, will leave his position following the 2026 World Cup, marking the end of his current contract. If France qualifies for the tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, he will depart after the competition. Otherwise,......

Morocco and France Launch Joint Video Game Development Program to Cultivate Youth Talent

In a significant move to bolster its growing gaming industry, Morocco has partnered with France to introduce an innovative video game development training program. The initiative, dubbed "Video Game Maker," will provide comprehensive training to 40 young Moroccan participants over a nine-month......

Blinken's Upcoming Diplomacy Tour: A Focus on Regional and Global Challenges

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to visit South Korea, Japan, and France from January 4 to January 9, 2025, as announced by the U.S. State Department. This diplomatic mission comes at a time when South Korea is undergoing a political crisis, which has seen President Yoon Suk Yeol impeached......