Morocco
Moroccan Consumers Boycott Algerian Dates Amid Health Concerns
Algerian dates are causing concern in Morocco. The product has been the subject of a boycott campaign by consumers since the beginning of Ramadan.
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Betty de G.
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Morocco
Marrakech Embraces Ramadan with Spiritual Fervor and Bustling Preparations
Like other Moroccan cities, Marrakech is living to the rhythm of Ramadan. The ochre city has a particular atmosphere, imbued with spirituality and marked by intense commercial activity.
Morocco
Rabat Residents Protest Ongoing Demolitions in Al-Mouhit Neighborhood
The operation to free the public domain continues in Rabat, specifically in the Al-Mouhit (The Ocean) neighborhood. The angry residents continue to denounce these demolitions without reason and prior notice.
Morocco
Casablanca Court Acquits Two in High-Profile Land Fraud Case
The court of first instance in Casablanca has acquitted Mohammed A. and Saïd A., accused of real estate fraud, including "the sale of illegal constructions and clandestine subdivisions on land belonging to local authorities" in the Ouled Saleh region of Bouskoura.
Morocco
Ramadan Beach Gatherings Raise Environmental Concerns in Morocco
Environmental protection associations are warning against the consequences of iftars (breaking the fast meals) on beaches during the month of Ramadan, stressing that the waste left behind after these moments of conviviality is destroying the marine ecosystem.
France
Immigration Lawyer Warns of Misinformation on New French Work Visa Rules
A lawyer at the Paris bar is warning undocumented workers applying for residence permits against the rumors and fake news circulating since the announcement on February 21 of the new list of shortage occupations in France.
Morocco
Morocco Evaluates Brazilian KC-390 Military Transport Aircraft for Potential Purchase
With a view to its acquisition by Morocco, an Embraer KC-390 Millennium aircraft, registered PT-ZNG, carried out a test flight in the kingdom last week under the supervision of representatives of the Moroccan air force.
Morocco
Morocco Receives First Batch of Advanced Apache AH-64E Attack Helicopters
The six initial Apache AH-64E helicopters delivered to Morocco on Wednesday were transported on Sunday to the Khouribga air base.
Spain
Pilot Bitten by Stowaway Tarantula During Madrid-Bound Flight
Big scare mid-flight. A tarantula bit a pilot of Iberia allergic to spiders during a flight between Düsseldorf and Madrid on Saturday. Despite this incident, the flight proceeded without incident.
Spain
Former Spanish Minister Reveals Diplomatic Tensions in 2002 Perejil Island Dispute
Former Spanish Defense Minister Federico Trillo has revisited the behind-the-scenes of the operation that allowed Spain to recover the Perejil (Leila) islet, citing pressure exerted by Morocco and the United States. Statements that have sparked a lively controversy.
Sport
West Ham's Aguerd Balances Faith and Football During Ramadan
Moroccan international Nayef Aguerd explained his perception of Ramadan and how he intends to maintain his physical condition during the holy month.
Morocco
Morocco's Housing Program Boosts Real Estate, Attracts Diaspora Buyers
Despite inflation and successive crises in recent years, the Moroccan real estate sector has recovered in 2024. This, thanks in particular to the direct housing assistance program which has been a great success with Moroccans and the Moroccan diaspora.