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Belgian-Moroccan Boxer Extradited to Face Attempted Murder Charges
Wanted since early June for attempted murder and kidnapping by the Belgian federal police, the Belgian-Moroccan boxer Nabil Messaoudi has just been transferred to Belgium.
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Belgian Islamic Teacher Reinstated After Controversial Dismissal Over 'Progressive' Views
Dismissed without notice for serious misconduct in 2017, the Islamic religion teacher, Hicham Abdel Gawadle, can now resume his profession. The Council of State has just overturned the decision made five years ago.
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Brussels Teen Freestyle Footballer Becomes TikTok Sensation
By posting his freestyle football performances on social media, especially TikTok, Omar, only 19 years old, is a hit. A hobby that could become a real activity.
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Brussels Court Seeks 50-Month Sentence for Man Accused of Raping, Imprisoning Arranged Marriage Partner
The Brussels correctional court has requested 50 months in prison against a Moroccan residing in Schaerbeek accused of having raped and sequestered a young Moroccan woman with whom he had an arranged marriage. The verdict is expected in three weeks.
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Brussels Attack Suspects Boycott Trial Over 'Dog-Like' Treatment
While the victims of the Brussels attacks were eagerly awaiting the opening of the trial, the accused including Salah Abdeslam and Mohamed Abrini, supported by their lawyers, have decided not to appear, citing reasons deemed "grotesque" by the victims.
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Flemish Youth Council President's Family Home Raided: 20 Kilos of Cocaine Discovered
The Antwerp police discovered last week a bag containing 20 kilos of cocaine, as well as a cannabis stash, in the home of the mother of Amir Bachrouri, the president of the Flemish Youth Council. The young man of Moroccan origin claims his innocence in this case.
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4-Year-Old Boy Survives Vicious Pitbull Attack in Brussels Apartment
Last Monday, Ryad, a 4-year-old boy, was violently attacked by a pitbull in Koekelberg, Brussels.
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Morocco Coach Regragui Advises Amallah Ahead of World Cup Hopes
Moroccan international Selim Amallah is eagerly awaiting the World Cup to be held next November in Qatar. To participate in it, he must follow the advice of the coach of Morocco, Walid Regragui.
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Belgian Man to Cycle 3,000 km from Brussels to Morocco for Cancer Patient's Treatment
A Moroccan residing in Belgium is preparing to leave Brussels for Morocco, in order to raise money for a sexagenarian suffering from cancer. The latter does not have the means to be treated.
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Belgium Considers Easing Penalties for Burqa Ban Violations
The Belgian government seems willing to ease the sanctions for non-compliance with the 2011 law banning the wearing of any clothing that completely or mainly covers the face in public space. The subject is currently under discussion.
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Belgian Princess Maria Laura Weds Franco-Moroccan Fiancé Amid Royal Mourning
The death of Queen Elizabeth II did not prompt the Belgian royal family to postpone the wedding of Princess Maria-Laura to her Franco-Moroccan Prince Charming William Isvy.
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Belgian Man Gets 8-Year Sentence in Morocco for Alleged Family Sexual Abuse
A Belgian national was sentenced on Thursday to eight years in prison by the Meknes Court of Appeal for sexual abuse within the family. The accusations were brought against him by his ex-wife, of Moroccan origin.