The religious commission of the Grand Mosque of Paris will meet on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 to announce the date of Eid al-Fitr. This decision will be based on the observation of the moon and the results of astronomical calculations.
The amount of Zakat El Fitr for the year 1447 H has been set at 9 euros per person by the French Council of the Muslim Faith. This mandatory alms is intended exclusively for the most destitute people.
The year 2025 confirms the vitality of French tourism, marked by an explosion of short stays . Driven by a quest for intensity and sunshine, the city of Marrakech ranks in the top 3 of the most popular international destinations.
A 38-year-old Moroccan was sentenced to twenty months in prison for harassment and violence against his ex-partner in Narbonne. The defendant, considered unstable during the hearing, admitted to using massive insults while denying the physical assaults.
The French Council of the Muslim Faith announced that Friday, March 20, 2026 will mark the celebration of Eid Al Fitr. This date, marking the end of the month of Ramadan 1447 H, is based on precise astronomical data.
The "Sept à Huit" program highlights the "all-inclusive" resorts of Agadir this Sunday, March 8th. The Moroccan seaside resort is banking on its exceptional sunshine to attract a French clientele in search of affordable and secure stays.
Rumors of a sale surround the Château de Betz, the property of King Mohammed VI in the Oise region . While the Moroccan embassy denies any transaction, the prolonged absence of the sovereign fuels speculation within this village of 1,100 inhabitants.
The end of Ramadan 1447 is expected to be celebrated on Friday, March 20, 2026 in France. Despite divergent fasting starts, the religious authorities and astronomical data converge this year towards a common celebration date.
The French justice system issued an international arrest warrant on Friday against Tariq Ramadan , absent from his trial for health reasons. His lawyers left the hearing, denouncing a "parody of justice" after the rejection of their request for a postponement.
The French justice system reclassified the charges against the police officer who killed Nahel Merzouk in 2023 on Thursday. Florian M. will be tried for violence resulting in death without intent to cause it , with the court dismissing the murder charge.
Jean-Claude Dassier has been removed from CNews and Europe 1 after making comments deemed intolerable on imprisoned foreigners. The commentator had suggested rejecting them into the Mediterranean, leading to his immediate suspension until further notice.
Columnist Jean-Claude Dassier sparked a heated controversy on CNews by suggesting that foreigners imprisoned in France should be “put in the Mediterranean.” His comments, targeting Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia in particular, led to a referral to Arcom.