Born in the heart of the Rif region in northern Morocco, Mohamed Khoutoul's experience tells a unique and inspiring life story. It was not just a move between two countries but a journey full of challenges that shaped his personality and future.
The Danish police are advancing in their investigation of the fire that engulfed the headquarters of the Copenhagen-based Global Aktion association on Sunday, January 12. The primary suspect is a 19-year-old British national, described by Danish media as a «gang member». He is currently in custody, facing charges of «serious arson», according to the same sources. Global Aktion has not yet issued a statement regarding these recent developments. However, the NGO has
Shortly after visiting the Tindouf Camps, earlier in January, Swedish environmental activist Greta Thunberg has since adopted a pro-Polisario stance online. The 22-year-old activist has made the Sahara conflict the top of her agenda, scheduling an online live Q&A today, January 17, to speak about «her fight for justice from Palestine to Western Sahara». This Q&A, expected at 8pm GMT, is organized by Zeteo, a media organization founded by American-British broadcaster and
Fitch Ratings expects Moroccan banks' strong profitability to continue in 2025–2026, driven by favorable operating conditions, economic growth, and structural reforms. Despite challenges like high non-performing loans and structural constraints, Fitch highlights opportunities for improved financial strength and credit growth from infrastructure projects and investment loans.
The General Union of Arab Journalists, in its recent General Secretariat and Permanent Bureau meeting from January 12-16, 2025, declared its backing for Morocco's territorial integrity and the autonomy proposal for the Sahara. In an official statement, the Union reaffirmed its «firm positions regarding the affirmation of all manifestations of national sovereignty in all Arab countries and their legitimate rights to their national independence and its rejection of all forms and
A government commission is set to be established to draft a bill aimed at reforming the Family Code, following the guidelines outlined in the revised text. This development was announced at the conclusion of the work conducted by the appointed body. During a weekly press briefing in Rabat on Thursday, Mustapha Baitas, Minister Delegate for Relations with Parliament and the Government Spokesman, highlighted the initiative's consideration of «the particular nature of this Code». The
A Moroccan arrested in Germany is suspected of spying for Morocco. However, his identity reveals a past as an activist for Rif independence. Exclusive revelations.
On Thursday, January 16, marked a significant development as Morocco authorized the passage of a truck from Melilla carrying 600 kg of household appliances and air conditioners. This event signaled the end of the commercial customs closure that had been in place since August 1, 2018. In contrast, Moroccan authorities denied entry to a truck from Ceuta on the same day. «This is the second rejection, following a similar incident eight days earlier. At that time, the Moroccan side
125 Moroccan soldiers deserted during the Indochina War. They escaped death seeking refuge in Vietnam to lead a miserable life away from their country for several years after being repatriated in January 1972. Flashback.
The Justice and Development Party (PJD) of Morocco has expressed its «great joy» over the recent ceasefire in Gaza, sending a congratulatory letter to Khalil al-Hayya, a prominent figure of Hamas. The letter celebrated what the PJD termed as a «victory for the resistance». «We received with great joy and jubilation the news of the successful conclusion of a ceasefire agreement», the letter stated, referring to the end of what it described as an «unjust