The 21st edition of the African Lion 2025 military exercise has concluded this week after mobilizing over 10,000 troops from 50+ nations across Morocco, Ghana, Senegal, and Tunisia, announces a press release. For the first time, the exercise integrated defensive cyber operations and expanded CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear) scenarios, alongside joint academic training. U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Michael Langley, Commander of U.S. Africa Command, praised Morocco’s role:
Spanish club Sevilla FC unveiled an Arabic version of its iconic Centenary Anthem on Tuesday, ahead of its friendly match against Wydad AC in Casablanca. The Arabic rendition of Sevilla FC’s Centenary Anthem is translated, produced and performed by Moroccan artist Hamid El Hadri, renowned for his multicultural repertoire spanning Arabic, Spanish, French, English, and Italian, according to a club press release. Originally composed in 2005 by Seville-born musician Javier Labandón,
The European Union remains cautious regarding the expulsion of Spanish nationals from key cities in Western Sahara, a measure recently ordered by Moroccan authorities. The EU’s chief diplomat, Kaja Kallas, responded to a written question from Spanish MEP Ana Miranda—known for her support of the Polisario Front—on April 9. Her reply, published on Monday, May 26, reflects this cautious stance. While the Galician MEP had hoped for a strong condemnation of Morocco’s
Saudi authorities have detained several Moroccan nationals who violated the Ministry of Hajj's regulations by entering the Kingdom to perform the pilgrimage without an official permit. This crackdown is part of a broader security campaign targeting unauthorized pilgrims. Sources informed Assabah that these Moroccans, who had initially entered Saudi Arabia for Umrah, will face immediate deportation back to Morocco. The campaign, part of the Kingdom’s efforts to strictly enforce Hajj
A team of Moroccan students won the Grand Prize in the Innovation category at the Huawei ICT Competition 2024–2025 during the global finals held in Shenzhen, China, from May 19 to 25. Announced by Huawei Morocco in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Innovation, this achievement marks a historic first for Morocco in this prestigious competition, which annually brings together top global talents in information and communication technology
Moroccan-inspired design is increasingly making waves in the U.S., showcased by a recently restored 1957 villa in Rancho Mirage, California. This midcentury gem blends classic Moroccan architectural elements, interior courtyards with fountains, Moroccan-inspired arches, Carrara marble floors flowing outdoors, and intricate woodwork with modern luxury. Set on a gated acre in the Thunderbird Heights neighborhood, the 7,566 sq ft estate includes a four-bedroom main house, a three-bedroom
Morocco has announced the squad selected by national coach Walid Regragui for the upcoming friendly matches against Tunisia and Benin. The Atlas Lions will face Tunisia on June 6, followed by a match against Benin on June 9. Both games will be played at the Complexe Sportif de Fès, with kickoff scheduled for 21:00 (GMT+1). قائمة المنتخب الوطني المستدعاة للمقابلتين الوديتين أمام منتخبي تونس و البنين?️Squad list of our
The public prosecutor in Alicante, southeastern Spain, has requested a one-year prison sentence for a man accused of committing a hate crime. The charges stem from an incident in which the man verbally assaulted a Moroccan woman who was ahead of him in line at a health center in Villajoyosa. The man directed racist insults at the woman, including calling her a «dirty Moroccan» and telling her to «go to a health center in Morocco». According to the High Court of Justice
The Spanish production company Esto También Pasará is preparing to launch a new film project inspired by the secret security operation known as «Operation Hades», recently revealed by the Spanish Civil Guard. This operation uncovered an international drug trafficking network operating through a clandestine tunnel connecting Morocco and Ceuta. The film will be produced by Álvaro Ariza, with a screenplay by Fernando Navarro, known for his work on Verónica
French MEP Marion Maréchal announced on Sunday, May 25, that she will file a complaint with the public prosecutor against Moroccan comedian Mustapha El Atrassi for incitement to hatred. The move comes after a viral video showed El Atrassi urging Moroccans and Algerians to insult the «gwers» during a performance. In the clip, El Atrassi thanks Algerians for attending his shows and declares: «We’re together, we’re united, and I’m telling you for the
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