Morocco
Eid al-Adha Sheep Markets in Morocco: Buyers Warned of Scam Tactics
As Eid al-Adha approaches, intermediaries use tricks to defraud sheep buyers in the markets.
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Islam
Morocco
Morocco Sets Eid Al-Adha Date for June 17, 2024
The 1st Dhu Al Hijjah of the year 1445 of the Hijri calendar will correspond to Saturday, June 8, 2024 and Eid Al-Adha will be celebrated in Morocco on Monday, June 17 , the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs announced on Friday evening.
France
Meningitis Cases Prompt Health Alert for Mecca Pilgrims Returning to France
The French health authorities have issued an alert to pilgrims in Mecca after the recording in recent weeks of cases of meningitis among unvaccinated people returning from Saudi Arabia.
France
Eid al-Adha 2024: French Muslim Council Sets Date for June 16
The French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM) has just announced the date of Eid al-Adha in France . This festival takes place on the 10th day of the month of Dhul-Hijjah (12th lunar month).
Morocco
Wealthy Moroccans Flock to Spanish Beaches for Eid al-Adha Holiday
While many Moroccans residing abroad (MREs) are returning to Morocco to spend the Eid al-Adha holidays, some Moroccan families are taking the opposite path.
Spain
Valencia Restaurant Faces Backlash for Ejecting Customers with Rainbow Flags
A Moroccan restaurant based in Valencia, Spain has been strongly criticized on social media after expelling four men wearing fans in the colors of the rainbow flag. An act deemed homophobic.
Morocco
Morocco's Eid al-Adha 2024 Date Set for June 17, Astronomers Predict
The first day of Eid al-Adha in Morocco will be celebrated on Monday, June 17, 2024, corresponding to the 10th day of the month of Dhu al-Hijjah of the year 1445 of the Hijri calendar. This announcement comes from the astronomical calculations made by scientists.
France
Muslim Journalist Challenges French Press Card Hijab Ban
Franco-Moroccan journalist Manal Fkihi has announced her intention to challenge the rule prohibiting veiled women from wearing the hijab on the photo of the French press card. This decision follows the refusal of the Press Card Issuance Commission (CCIJP) to grant her request due to the wearing of her veil.
Morocco
Morocco Relaxes Hotel Rules, Sparking Debate on Privacy vs. Tradition
In Morocco, the lifting of the requirement for a marriage certificate in hotels is far from unanimous. While some Moroccans have celebrated this development as a step towards more personal freedom and privacy, others believe that this decision undermines Moroccan social values and goes against Islamic teachings.
Morocco
Tangier Prepares for Royal Visit as King Mohammed VI Expected in Northern Morocco
Tangier is undergoing a metamorphosis in anticipation of the visit of King Mohammed VI. The Moroccan sovereign is also expected in Tetouan for the celebration of Eid al-Adha.
Morocco
Morocco Prepares for Early Launch of Marhaba 2024 as 3.3 Million Travelers Expected
Contrary to previous years, the Marhaba operation marking the return of Moroccans residing abroad (MREs) to Morocco will start two days earlier than the usual date. The coincidence with Eid al-Adha requires it.
France
Former Charlie Hebdo Editor Sparks Outrage with Islamophobic Comments
New outburst from Philippe Val. The former boss of Charlie Hebdo declared himself to be "Islamophobic". These remarks shocked and outraged several Muslim federations in France. A complaint should be filed against him.