Space cakes and hash brownies are old news in the Netherlands, but cannabis-laced Haribo gummies? That’s a new one. Haribo has recalled its Happy Cola F!ZZ sweets after traces of cannabis were found in several 1kg bags—yes, the real deal Haribo, not knockoffs. The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) said the recall follows reports of health complaints, such as dizziness from people—including children—who ate the sweets. The affected packs had a
The Spanish National Court has granted temporary protection to a Moroccan police officer who applied for asylum, allowing him to remain in Spain while his case is reviewed. The officer, who served in Tangier, submitted his asylum request on May 19 at the Tarajal border crossing in Ceuta, citing discrimination based on his Rifian origins and alleging he was coerced into participating in illegal activities within the Moroccan police force. In statements to Spanish media, he warned,
Valerius Morocco, a joint venture between Moroccan firm SG3H and Portuguese industrial group Valerius Group, has officially inaugurated its new garment manufacturing unit in Salé on Thursday, May 29. The ceremony was attended by Industry and Trade Minister Ryad Mezzour. With a total investment of 102.72 million dirhams, the project is expected to create 1,640 new direct and indirect jobs, reads a press release. The facility is part of the Fast-Fashion ecosystem and will focus on
Israeli media have reported that the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces have selected combat turrets produced by the Israeli defense conglomerate Elbit Systems for installation on WhAP 8x8 armored personnel carriers, which are manufactured in Morocco in collaboration with the Indian company Tata. As part of the modernization process, the original 30mm guns mounted on these armored vehicles will be replaced with 105mm and 120mm guns, typically used on «Sabra» tanks. These new turrets are
In Paris, the internet personality known as «Almaz Zina» has earned the nickname «the queen of couscous». Originally from Morocco and now living in the French capital, she prepares the traditional dish at home and shares the preparation process on her social media. Once a week, she selects the ingredients herself, cooks the meal, and then sets up a table and two chairs in public spaces to share it with passersby. Her unique initiative recently caught the attention of
Chinese tire manufacturer Shandong Yongsheng Rubber has announced plans to build a factory in the city of Kenitra, within the special economic zone along the Atlantic front. The plant will have an initial annual production capacity of 6 million semi-steel radial tires. Construction of the Yongsheng Rubber factory in Morocco is expected to begin within six months, with plans to gradually increase its capacity to 12 million tires annually. Founded in 1986, Shandong Yongsheng Rubber is a modern
On Thursday afternoon, May 29, a drone from the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) targeted and destroyed vehicles belonging to the Polisario. «The strike took place near Mijek, east of the Sand Wall, at the border with Mauritania. It is still too early to determine the exact number of casualties among members of the Front’s militias. The vehicles were completely destroyed», a Moroccan security source told Yabiladi. Meanwhile, Polisario-affiliated media offered a different version of
The German channel Deutsche Welle Arabic's coverage of recent developments concerning the Western Sahara issue has sparked irritation from the Polisario. The public broadcaster aired a report on the decision by Syria’s new authorities to close the Polisario Front’s representation in Damascus. In its report, DW cited revelations from The Washington Post about the presence of Sahrawi fighters in Syrian prisons, while also recalling the historical ties between the Al-Assad family and
The Mauritanian government categorically denied, on Thursday, May 29, rumors suggesting a supposed «occupation» of part of its territory by Morocco. The Minister of Culture, Arts, Communication, and Relations with Parliament, who also serves as the government spokesperson, told the press that «Mauritania fully exercises its sovereignty over its entire territory», according to reports from Nouakchott. El Houssein Ould Meddou clarified that allegations of a possible
The former National Security Advisor to Donald Trump has openly voiced his support for the Polisario Front, amid diplomatic turmoil. In a passionate op-ed, Bolton calls for a self-determination referendum in Western Sahara, criticizes U.S. alignment with Moroccan positions, and raises concerns about a potential Russian-Chinese breakthrough in Africa. His stance echoes arguments put forward by Algiers, even as some U.S. lawmakers push to designate the Polisario as a terrorist organization.