Moroccan Authorities Seize Ton of Drugs in Coastal Raid Near Agadir
16 September 2019
On Friday, September 13, the Royal Gendarmerie of Guelmim seized a ton of drugs at Plage Blanche, south of Agadir.
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Morocco Denies Plans for Compulsory Voting, Government Spokesman Says
16 September 2019
Mustapha al-Khalfi, Minister in charge of Relations with Parliament and Civil Society, Government Spokesperson, puts an end to rumors about compulsory voting that would be (…)
Former US Priest Sentenced to 30 Years for Child Sex Abuse in New Mexico
16 September 2019
A former Catholic priest has been sentenced to 30 years in prison by a U.S. court for sexually abusing minors in a church in New Mexico over four decades. The subject of a red (…)
Moroccan Comedian Rachid Rafiq Faces Rape Allegations and Paternity Dispute
16 September 2019
Moroccan comedian Rachid Rafiq is being prosecuted in a rape case that resulted in a birth. The victim, a 25-year-old Moroccan woman, claims that the actor refuses to recognize (…)
King Mohammed VI’s Call Prompts Shake-Up: Top Tax Official Omar Faraj Resigns
16 September 2019
The call of King Mohammed VI, made during his speech on July 29, on the occasion of the Throne Feast, has apparently been heard. Omar Faraj, who requested to be relieved of his (…)
Massive Fire in Fez Destroys Shops and Market Stalls, Cause Under Investigation
16 September 2019
A serious fire broke out on Friday, September 13, 2019, in buildings located in the Bendebbab district, in the Al Mariniyyine district of Fez. Huge material damage was recorded.
Moroccan Actress Faces Adultery Trial as New Evidence Emerges
16 September 2019
The trial of Najat El Wafi and her alleged lover, Said Khalaf, was relaunched by the Public Prosecutor, following the discovery of compromising messages on their mobile phones. (…)
Morocco Urges International Action Against Israeli Violations of Palestinian Rights
16 September 2019
In Jeddah, the Kingdom of Morocco called on the international community to put an end to Israel’s violation of the legitimate rights of the Palestinians, for the security and (…)
Death Toll Rises to 29 in Errachidia Bus Tragedy as Baby’s Body Recovered
16 September 2019
On Sunday, September 15, the toll of the Errachidia tragedy was raised to 29 dead after the discovery of the body of a baby by the services in charge of the search operations.
Morocco Updates Marhaba 2019 Transit Figures: Maritime Data Incomplete
16 September 2019
The figures for the "Marhaba 2019" Operation are provisional. The information was published on Saturday, September 14, by the Ministry of Equipment, Transport, Logistics and (…)