Moroccan Man Sentenced for Public Eating During Ramadan, Sparking Debate
29 April 2021
A young man was sentenced to a two-month suspended prison sentence and a fine of 500 dirhams for eating in public during the month of Ramadan.
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Deadly Altercation in Fez: Security Guard Killed During Ramadan Dispute
29 April 2021
Halfway through the holy month of Ramadan, "Tramdina" just claimed a victim in Fez. The victim, a man in his forties and a security guard, did not survive a violent blow from a (…)
Ramadan Controversy: Man Confronts Women Over Attire in Moroccan City
29 April 2021
A young man reproached three girls who were walking on Sunday in the Al Mahnache II neighborhood for their clothing that he deemed inappropriate during this holy month of Ramadan.
Moroccan Authorities Arrest 20 in Harhoura Villa for Drug Use and Health Violations
29 April 2021
About twenty young people were arrested by the gendarmerie in a private residence in Harhoura, near Rabat. They are accused of drug use, gathering and violating the state of (…)
Former Istiqlal Leader Warns PJD Victory Could Threaten Morocco’s Stability
28 April 2021
The former secretary general of the Istiqlal party, Hamid Chabat, after a long period of absence from parliament and the political scene, warns that in the event of a "victory (…)
Moroccan Government Pledges Action on Bouregreg River Pollution Crisis
28 April 2021
For several weeks, the pollution of the Bouregreg has outraged and disturbed the inhabitants of some neighborhoods of Rabat and Salé. After a long silence, the government is (…)
EU Unveils Strategy to Boost Voluntary Migrant Returns, Targeting Irregular Residents
28 April 2021
The European Commission presented on Tuesday a strategy aimed at increasing "voluntary returns" to the countries of origin of migrants residing illegally in EU countries. (…)
King Mohammed VI Orders Demolition of Rabat’s Bouregreg Marina Nautical Club
28 April 2021
The authorities of the Wilaya of Rabat proceeded to the demolition of the nautical club of the Marina of Bouregreg. At the origin of this operation, an anger of King Mohammed VI.
Former Moroccan Lawmaker Arrested in Marrakech for Bad Check, Later Released
28 April 2021
A former MP was arrested by the police services of the Daoudiat district, in Marrakech. He is being prosecuted for issuing bad checks.
Saudi Arabia Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s Territorial Claim in Western Sahara
28 April 2021
Saudi Arabia renews its support for the Moroccanness of the Sahara. This was done through the voice of its Minister of Foreign Affairs, Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah (…)