Morocco
Abandoned Newborn Found in Moroccan City Center, Police Launch Investigation
An infant was abandoned in the center of Guelmim, on Friday, September 6, near the Al Wadnounia residence, in the Amehrich neighborhood.
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Morocco's Olympic Dreams Fade After Draw with Mali in CAN Qualifier
The Malian team held its own against Morocco, on Saturday, September 7, at the Grand Stadium of Marrakech, as part of the last round of the 2019 CAN Egypt qualifiers. This performance is not to the advantage of the Cubs who will have to force the passage to Bamako during the return match for their qualification to the Tokyo Olympics.
France
Historic First: Female Imams Lead Mixed-Gender Muslim Prayer in Paris
On Saturday, September 7, far from the eyes and in a rented room for the occasion, the French capital experienced its first progressive and mixed Muslim women’s sermon, where the wearing of the veil was not mandatory.
France
Body of Missing Franco-Algerian Journalist Found in French Field, Autopsy Pending
Missing since the end of July, it is finally the body of the Franco-Algerian journalist, Khaled Melhaa, which was found in a fallow area, far from the road axes in France. The autopsy is awaited to identify him, as he was found in a field in Villemoirieu, a commune located about twenty kilometers north of Bourgoin-Jallieu (Isère).
Morocco
Moroccan Journalist to Sue Police for Torture in Controversial Abortion Case
Detained since August 31 for an "abortion" and "illegal sexual relations", the Akhbar Al Yaoum journalist Hajar Raissouni, announced through her counsel that she will file a complaint against the police for torture "following the forced medical examination she underwent for the sole purpose of forcing her to confess to acts she did not commit," her lawyer said in a statement.
France
Macron's Ex-Bodyguard Challenges Brazilian MMA Champ to Fight After Presidential Insult
Verbally attacked by Renzo Gracie, a Brazilian MMA champion, Emmanuel Macron received the support of his former bodyguard, Alexandre Benalla, who said he was ready to challenge him in the ring.
Sport
Veteran Nabil Dirar Set to Captain Morocco in Friendly Against Burkina Faso
Moroccan international Nabil Dirar is poised to wear the captain’s armband of the national team on Friday, September 6, during the friendly match between the Atlas Lions and Burkina Faso at the Grand Stadium in Marrakech.
Sport
Former PSG Coach Luis Fernandez Linked to Moroccan Club Berkane
Already on the shortlist of technicians announced to coach the Moroccan national team, Luis Fernandez would now be close to the Renaissance sportive de Berkane (RSB). Even if, for the moment, no formal contact has yet been made by the officials of this club, all the signs are green for the imminent arrival of the French technician at the RSB.
Morocco
Morocco Launches Online Vehicle Registration Fee Payment for Dealers
A new tele-service will soon be operational for the payment of registration fees. This initiative comes from the Directorate General of Taxes (DGI) and will allow vehicle dealers to pay registration fees through an electronic process.
Spain
Spain and Morocco Strengthen Cooperation on Migration, Drug Trafficking, and Terrorism
The meeting that took place between the two Spanish and Moroccan ministers on Wednesday, September 4, focused exclusively on strengthening bilateral cooperation in the fight against illegal migration, drug trafficking and terrorism, according to a press conference held by the two personalities.
Spain
Spain Tightens Travel Rules for Unaccompanied Minors, Requiring New Permit
Since September 1, 2019, unaccompanied minors of Spanish nationality or those traveling with third parties have been required to carry a travel permit to leave Spain during their trip.
Spain
Spain and Morocco to Bolster Cooperation on Migration Control and Security
A working meeting is scheduled between Spanish Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska this Wednesday in Rabat and his counterpart Abdelouafi Laftit. To this end, the head of the Spanish Interior Department arrived in Morocco on Tuesday, according to a statement from his department.