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.
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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 (…)
Animal Rescue Advocate Seeks to Bring Abused Moroccan Dog to French Sanctuary
12 August 2022
Catherine Abraham is no stranger. She is the president of the Arche d’Abraham association, which has become known for the rescue and care of stray animals. Today she would like (…)
Moroccan Man Sentenced for Sexual Assault of Teen on Ferry to France
12 August 2022
A 52-year-old Moroccan, who had already been the subject of a sexual assault procedure in Alicante in 2005, has just been sentenced to six months in prison with detention. The (…)
Racial Discrimination Exposed at French Riviera Private Beaches, Study Finds
12 August 2022
In France, Maghrebians and blacks are still victims of discrimination on the private beaches of the Côte d’Azur. Two of them were singled out during a "testing" operation (…)
France Faces Severe Drought Crisis as Government Urges Action and Prayer
11 August 2022
For a few weeks now, the whole of France has been on drought alert. The government has taken urgent measures. In parallel, Muslims are invited to organize prayers for rain.