Spain
Spanish PM's Map Gaffe Sparks Outrage in Morocco
The appearance of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez in front of a map of Morocco without its Sahara during his Christmas message provoked a wave of outrage in Morocco.
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Moroccan Sahara
Morocco
Moroccan Human Rights Leader Faces Trial Over Western Sahara Comments
Aziz Ghali, president of the Moroccan Association of Human Rights (AMDH), was before the court of first instance in Rabat on Wednesday, accused of "undermining the territorial integrity of the Kingdom and public security". His trial was postponed to January 8, 2025.
Morocco
Morocco Expands Air Control in Western Sahara, Challenging Spanish Authority
Discussions between Spain and Morocco regarding the management of the airspace of the Sahara raise questions. Morocco is expanding its influence over this territory, gradually modifying the area under Spanish responsibility.
Morocco
US Could Play Key Role in Western Sahara Conflict Resolution, Report Suggests
The Western Sahara conflict, which has been going on for decades, could see a significant development. The situation, marked by a rapprochement of the positions of certain key players, offers a window of opportunity for the next US administration to get involved in the search for a definitive solution.
Sport
Algerian Striker Yousri Bouzok Parts Ways with Raja Casablanca
Raja Casablanca and Yousri Bouzok , it’s over! The Moroccan club has decided to part ways with its Algerian striker. An amicable agreement was reached after several negotiations between the club’s management and the player’s agent.
Morocco
Israeli Knesset Speaker Influences Paraguay's Support for Moroccan Sahara
The Speaker of the Knesset, Amir Ohana, son of Moroccan-origin parents, played a major role in the decision taken last November by the Paraguayan Senate to support Morocco’s sovereignty and the Moroccan autonomy initiative, reveal Israeli media.
Morocco
Polisario Front Accuses Morocco of Obstructing Western Sahara Decolonization
The Polisario, protected by Algeria, accuses Morocco of obstructing the "decolonization" of Western Sahara and the international community of inaction.
Morocco
Algerian Islamist Leader Arrested After Criticizing Regime, Supporting Morocco's Sahara Claim
An Algerian Islamist leader has been arrested by the security forces of his country because of his criticism of the Algerian regime and his support for the Moroccanness of the Sahara.
Sport
Polisario Issues Warning Over Upcoming Sahara Auto Rally
The Polisario once again warns the organizers of the 16th edition of the Africa Eco Race automobile rally scheduled for December 29, 2024 to January 12, 2025 with stages in the Sahara and a passage through El Guerguerate towards Mauritania.
Morocco
Tensions Escalate Between Algeria and Morocco Over Western Sahara Dispute
For several years, relations between these two North African countries have deteriorated considerably, to the point of fearing an open armed conflict. At the heart of this diplomatic crisis is the thorny issue of Western Sahara, a disputed territory where Morocco asserts its sovereignty while Algeria supports the Polisario Front, the Sahrawi independence movement.
Morocco
Lacoste Revises World Map Design After Moroccan Backlash
Following the controversy sparked by the representation of Morocco on its new shirt models, the French brand Lacoste made a correction. Moroccans had strongly criticized the initially presented map of Morocco, divided into two parts.
Morocco
Lacoste Faces Boycott Calls Over Controversial Morocco Map on Polo Shirts
Lacoste has recently released a new collection of polo shirts with a map of Morocco amputated of its Sahara, sparking a lively controversy on social networks.