This morning, the Kenitra primary court delivered a verdict acquitting human rights activist and journalist Youssef El-Hirech of charges related to insulting institutions. This decision comes after the public prosecutor's office initiated proceedings against him in late 2024, following a Facebook post he made. In a post on his Facebook page, El-Hirech's lawyer, Rachid Ait Belarbi, explained that Youssef El-Hirech «expressed his viewpoint responsibly in the post, which reflected his hopes
Since its inception in 2001, the Marrakech International Film Festival has been a beacon for diverse cinematic voices, bridging cultures and genres while celebrating both legendary filmmakers and emerging talents. As the festival gears up for its 22nd edition, director Mélita Toscan du Plantier shares insights with Yabiladi on the artistic choices and support systems that make FIFM a global platform for free expression and a rich tapestry of world cinema.
Morocco has reached a new seasonal record for tomato exports to Ireland, doubling last year’s volumes, according to EastFruit. Between October 2024 and August 2025, Morocco shipped 3,400 tons of tomatoes worth USD 7.5 million, its highest level ever and 62% above the previous record set in 2020/21. While Ireland still accounts for less than 1% of Morocco’s tomato exports, it is becoming one of the fastest-growing destinations, alongside Scandinavian markets. This season’s
Nicknamed the «capo dei capi» or «boss of bosses», Patrizio Forniti, the leader of the notorious Italian mafia clan from Aprilia, has been arrested in Morocco. This significant arrest, announced on Tuesday, concludes a manhunt that began in July 2024. Forniti was captured alongside his wife, Monica Montanaro. Both are considered «dangerous fugitives» and were previously convicted of mafia-style extortion. The Rome tribunal had issued an international arrest
This year's Marrakech International Film Festival, running from November 28 to December 6, 2025, will be chaired by acclaimed South Korean director Bong Joon Ho. The jury, showcasing a rich tapestry of global cinema talent, includes Moroccan filmmaker Hakim Belabbes among its eight members. Reflecting the festival's commitment to diversity, the selection features individuals «from four continents and different generations», as stated by the organizers. Joining Bong Joon Ho on the
In a surprising move, Algeria broke with its traditional pro-Palestinian stance by supporting a UN resolution that endorses President Donald Trump's controversial plan for Gaza, drawing both praise from the U.S. and criticism at home. This unexpected alignment has sparked a heated debate within Algeria, highlighting the complexities of regional diplomacy and the nation's evolving foreign policy.
On Tuesday in Nouakchott, Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani hosted a delegation from the Polisario Front. The group included Hama Salama, the president of the so-called «Sahrawi parliament», the commander of the third military region adjacent to Mauritania, and the director of security and documentation, as reported by the AMI agency. Representing Mauritania, Major General Seydou Samba Dia, the secretary general for external security and documentation
A high-ranking security delegation from Mauritania, led by the country’s security chief and the head of the gendarmerie, conducted a significant visit on Monday to the border area with Morocco, specifically at kilometer 55 facing the El Guerguerate crossing. «This visit, unprecedented at such a senior level, signals a clear intention to strengthen border control and security with Morocco», a Nouakchott-based media outlet reported on Tuesday. «This marks a major shift in
On Tuesday, Algeria firmly denied any ongoing negotiations with Morocco concerning a peace agreement. This rebuttal comes in response to comments made last month by U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, who had forecasted a renewal of diplomatic ties between the two nations within two months, following a break since 2021. During a press conference, Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf expressed astonishment at the American official's remarks, stressing that
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
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