The Court of Appeals in Al Hoceima has rendered a verdict against six minors linked to the events in Imzouren at the start of October during the "Generation Z" protests. Each has been sentenced to one year in prison, with only half to be served and the remainder suspended. The court also mandated that the guardians of these minors collectively pay 2,500 dirhams per child to the General Directorate of National Security, along with the legal costs as stipulated by law. The charges against the
À Essaouira, le propriétaire d'un magasin de location de vélos, Jad El Argane, est devenu une attraction locale grâce à ses chats recueillis, qui se perchent sur son épaule lorsqu'il parcourt la ville à vélo. Ce lien a commencé de manière inattendue lorsqu'une chatte errante enceinte a sollicité son aide en 2023.
En Essaouira, el dueño de una tienda de alquiler de bicicletas, Jad El Argane, se ha convertido en una atracción local gracias a sus gatos rescatados, que se posan en su hombro mientras recorre la ciudad en bicicleta. Este vínculo comenzó de manera inesperada cuando una gata callejera embarazada solicitó su ayuda en 2023.
Morocco has inked a deal with Airbus Helicopters to acquire 10 H225M helicopters, as reported by Airbus on their website. These state-of-the-art helicopters are designed for combat, search, and rescue operations and will be deployed by the Royal Moroccan Air Force, effectively replacing the aging Puma fleet that has served for over four decades. Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, «We are honored that Morocco has opted to upgrade its Puma fleet with
On Monday, Seville, Spain, became the stage for an exhibition dedicated to Moroccan traditional crafts. This dynamic initiative seeks to bolster cultural and economic connections between Morocco and the Andalusian region, aligning with the goals outlined in the memorandum of understanding signed between Morocco's Ministry of Traditional Industry and Social and Solidarity Economy and the Three Cultures of the Mediterranean Foundation. This development was highlighted in a press release from the
In a coordinated effort with the General Directorate of National Territory Surveillance, police in the Marrakech arrested a 23-year-old French national of Algerian origin on the afternoon of Monday, November 17. This arrest was executed in response to an international warrant issued by French judicial authorities. A security source disclosed that the suspect's information was cross-referenced with the International Criminal Police Organization's database, «Interpol». It was
Yesterday, the Tindouf camps witnessed a gathering of dissidents challenging the current policies of the Polisario leadership. Lacking an official permit to assemble in a public area, the group relocated away from the camps to convene under a tent. During this meeting, they reiterated their call for an extraordinary congress to be held as soon as possible to "realign the movement." This demand was previously made in a petition launched on May 10, marking the 52nd anniversary of the Polisario's
On Monday, November 17, the Polisario representative to the African Union held talks with Bankole Adeoye, the AU Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security. «We discussed recent developments in Western Sahara, particularly the adoption of Resolution 2797 by the United Nations Security Council, as well as the role of the African Union in the quest for a lasting and fair peace in the region», stated Adeoye. Notably, the Nigerian commissioner sidestepped any mention of
After initially rejecting the Security Council resolution adopted on October 31, the Polisario Front appears to be reconsidering its stance. The movement is now seeking «a visit» to the Tindouf camps or «an invitation» from Staffan de Mistura, the UN Secretary-General's personal envoy for Western Sahara, to reengage in the negotiation process that the UN aims to relaunch in the coming weeks. This shift was disclosed by a Polisario "minister" who spoke on condition of
Although the kingdom was proclaimed an independent state on the 2nd of March, every year; Moroccans celebrate independence on the 18th of November. The latter commemorates King Mohammed V accession to the throne and his notorious speech delivered to announce the end of the French control.