Mehdi Kabbaj, the ex-husband of Soukaina Benjelloun, widely known in the media as «the woman with the most expensive divorce in Morocco», has announced that he is withdrawing his defamation complaint against her, without seeking any financial compensation. He said his only conditions are «ethical guarantees that ensure mutual respect and protect the best interests of the children». In a public statement, he explained that he had already informed the other party
Spanish international and Barcelona star Lamine Yamal gave an in-depth interview to CBS’s 60 Minutes in the United States, where he spoke candidly about his Moroccan roots and the process behind his international choice. He expressed deep respect for Morocco and said it «wouldn’t have been strange or bad» if he had ended up playing for the Atlas Lions. During the interview, the player of Moroccan descent recalled the period leading up to his decision, saying, «I
On Sunday, the bodies of a couple and their five-year-old child were found inside their home in Had Soualem, in what initial reports suggest may be a butane gas leak incident. According to several sources, the family’s sudden absence and unusual odors coming from the house raised neighbors’ suspicions, prompting one of them to alert the authorities. Local officials, along with civil protection units and the Royal Gendarmerie, quickly arrived at the scene and entered the home, where
Óliver Laxe's latest film, Sirât, showcased at the 22nd Marrakech International Film Festival, is a profound exploration of human resilience and existential reflection set against the stunning backdrop of the Sahara. As father and son navigate a politically charged landscape in search of a missing loved one, the film challenges viewers to contemplate the intersections of freedom, conflict, and personal transformation.
Last Friday, two French nationals were extradited from Morocco and charged in Toulouse, following a European arrest warrant issued by French authorities since April 2024. The individuals, aged 27 and 28, are suspected of leading the drug trafficking network known as «Arai Farmers». This network operated between Spain and France, with organizers based in Morocco. They have been placed in provisional detention as part of efforts to dismantle the organization, the prosecutor's office
On the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, observed by the United Nations on November the 29th, Yabiladi seeks the opportunity to recall all the times Morocco has shown support for the Palestinian cause. Starting from the Yom Kippur War, the kingdom has become one of the countries committed to defend the Palestinian people expelled in 1948. Flash back.
In an era where tools like AI are said to «colonize our minds», as Canadian filmmaker Céline Song put it, young talents are pushing the boundaries of creativity and bringing forward fresh, inventive visions. Through their films, they are shaping the new expressions of global cinema, according to the jury members of the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM 2025).
In Rabat, former Tunisian President Moncef El Marzouki declared last night that «the Sahrawis in the Tindouf camps are hostages, victims of the policy pursued by the Algerian regime for the past 50 years». These comments were made during a conference held in his honor by the Democratic Forces Front (FFD). El Marzouki hailed the UN Security Council's adoption of Resolution 2797 as «historic». He expressed disappointment that «the Algerian regime» had failed
Driss Bourroum, a rising star in the world of badminton, is determined to overcome the challenges of limited support and international competition restrictions to proudly represent Morocco on the global stage. Despite the suspension of the Royal Moroccan Badminton Federation, Bourroum continues to make strides, earning accolades and dreaming of Olympic glory while balancing a demanding academic career.
The Polisario Front has escalated its appeals for humanitarian aid, now requesting $100 million from donor countries and organizations to support the «Sahrawi refugees» in the Tindouf camps. This figure was disclosed yesterday by the «Sahrawi Red Crescent» in a statement, aligning with a meeting held in Algiers. The gathering, organized in cooperation with the Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, focused on the «Regional Response Plan for Sahrawi Refugees