Drug Smuggling Ring Busted: 140kg of Moroccan Cannabis Seized at French Border
19 August 2022
The Bayonne criminal court sentenced two individuals suspected of having imported drugs from Morocco to 3 years in prison.
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Paris Mosque Rector Faces Backlash Over Controversial Tweet About Non-Believers
16 August 2022
A tweet from the Rector of the Paris Mosque, Chems-Eddine Hafiz, sparked a heated controversy on the web. Despite his withdrawal, the criticism is pouring in from all sides (…)
French National Exposes Alleged Corruption Ring in Moroccan Coastal City
15 August 2022
A case similar to that of the allegedly corrupt judges in Casablanca has erupted in Essaouira. A young lawyer, a businesswoman and a woman executive in the pachalik are facing (…)
Moroccan Film "The Blue Caftan" Tackles LGBTQ Taboos at Angoulême Festival
15 August 2022
After the Cannes festival, "The Blue Caftan" by Moroccan director Maryam Touzani is in competition at the upcoming Francophone Film Festival of Angoulême. This is an (…)
France Tightens Visa Restrictions for Moroccan Elites, Sparking Diplomatic Tension
14 August 2022
The restrictions on the granting of French visas also concern former Moroccan ministers, officials and businessmen.
Moroccan Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Smuggling $1 Million in Cocaine into France
14 August 2022
A Moroccan man was sentenced to five years in prison in France for hiding nearly 20 rocks of cocaine in his vehicle. The merchandise was allegedly destined for the French market.
Police Intercept Overloaded Van Bound for Morocco in Pre-Holiday Traffic Check
14 August 2022
During a road check operation the day before the extended Assumption weekend, police officers intercepted a van transporting a substantial load bound for Morocco on the N10 in (…)
Moroccan Parliament Urges Action on French Visa Restrictions Amid Growing Frustration
13 August 2022
The Moroccan Parliament has once again questioned the government on the restrictions on French visas. It calls on it to put an end to this difficulty faced by many Moroccans (…)
French Muslim Leaders Call for Rain Prayers Amid Severe Drought
13 August 2022
Fires, water shortages, France like Morocco is experiencing one of the worst droughts in its history. In addition to the drastic measures being taken to deal with the (…)
Two Men Sentenced for Arson Attacks on Halal Butcher Shop in France
13 August 2022
Two 25-year-old individuals were tried summarily for arson and attempted arson of a halal butcher’s shop located near the Torcy train station. The incidents occurred on July (…)