Fouad Belkacem’s asylum application has been rejected. Belgian authorities have denied the former head of Sharia4Belgium international protection and see no obstacle to his return to Morocco after his prison sentence, which is due to end in 2027.
More than two years after his mother died in Morocco, a man was asked by the MSA to repay €1,561.25 in benefits. He challenged the demand before the Tarbes court, which overturned the order to pay and rejected the agency’s claims.
In exile in Morocco, Umaro Sissoco Embaló was preparing to return to Guinea-Bissau this Sunday, October 4, to run in December’s presidential election. The military officers who ousted him in November 2025 have just barred his return, citing national security.
MoroccoThe oil blockade linked to the war in Iran is hitting the aviation sector hard. European airlines are facing a sharp increase in their fuel costs, a crisis that could directly impact Morocco’s tourism industry and slow the arrival of vacationers.
FranceCatering giant Elior-Derichebourg is accused of dismissing employees wearing headscarves. This case reignites the debate over strict enforcement of religious neutrality rules in private companies.
MoroccoWar in Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz are driving up oil prices. Facing this situation, Morocco’s economy is suffering significant cost increases that are reviving fears of strong inflation.
FranceThe date of Eid al-Adha for the year 2026 is becoming clearer. While astronomical calculations point to late May, lunar observation will dictate the final calendar for this major Muslim celebration that marks the pinnacle of the pilgrimage to Mecca.
MoroccoAuthorities are actively fighting against the theft of sand from Moroccan beaches . On Friday, two trucks filled with illegal cargo were seized between Tangier and Assilah, leading to the immediate arrest of the drivers.
MoroccoTanger Med port generates strong economic activity, but causes daily traffic jams. Residents denounce the lack of adequate road infrastructure, a situation particularly concerning as the summer Marhaba operation dedicated to MREs approaches.
MoroccoThousands of people marched this weekend in Rabat in support of the Palestinian cause . Protesters prominently displayed portraits of footballer Hakim Ziyech to commend his positions on the conflict.
SpainFor the 2026 Strait Crossing Operation (Marhaba), the Spanish port of Almería will install thousands of square meters of shaded areas. This development aims to protect travelers heading to North Africa during their wait.
MoroccoA Ryanair aircraft connecting Brussels to Tetouan made an emergency landing in Bordeaux this morning. The crew performed a rapid descent following a medical emergency on board, resulting in a two-hour delay.
MoroccoThe confidence of Moroccan families is rising in the first quarter of 2026. The index calculated by the High Commission for Planning reaches 64.4 points, marking an improvement in the overall perception of the economy, even though concerns about living standards persist.