Morocco
Moroccan Asylum Claims Surge as EU Sees Record Applications in 2022
The European Union recorded a record number of asylum applications in 2022. Among the applicants, many Moroccans whose number has soared.
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Fashion Designer Sue Wong Lists Moroccan-Inspired LA Mansion for $10.4 Million
American fashion designer of Chinese origin Sue Wong, known as the dressmaker for all women, has decided to sell a house she acquired in Los Angeles in 2021 and transformed into a Moroccan house, to pay tribute to Morocco.
Morocco
Morocco's King Mohammed VI: Two Decades of Reform and Solitude
Is King Mohammed VI a reformer? This is the question that a DW documentary tries to answer by reviewing the more than 20 years of rule of the monarch at the head of the Alaouite kingdom.
Morocco
Moroccan Officials Face Retrial for Alleged Public Fund Misuse in Oriental Region
Convicted by the second chamber in charge of financial crimes, several elected officials are back in court. These include the president of the Oriental region and the mayor of Oujda, prosecuted for embezzlement of public funds.
Morocco
Madonna's Former $21 Million Moroccan-Style Castle Near LA Hits Market
A Moroccan castle from Disneyland that was once owned by American star Madonna has been put up for sale near Los Angeles. The construction of the residence dates back to 1926.
Morocco
Moroccan Singer Saad Lamjarred Sentenced to 6 Years for Rape in Paris
The verdict is in. After seven hours of deliberation, the Paris Assize Court on Friday, February 24 sentenced Moroccan singer Saad Lamjarred to six years in prison for rape and aggravated assault.
Morocco
Vegetable Shortages Hit Belgian Supermarkets as Mediterranean Harvests Falter
Belgian supermarkets are facing a shortage of certain fruits and vegetables. They are having trouble sourcing from Morocco, Spain and Turkey.
Morocco
Morocco Removed from FATF Grey List After Anti-Money Laundering Reforms
After evaluating the measures put in place by Morocco to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has decided to remove the kingdom from the grey list.
Morocco
Marrakech Ranks 5th Among World's Most Romantic Destinations, Study Finds
Marrakech is in the top 5 most romantic destinations in the world. This is the result of the ranking of a specialized website.
Morocco
Moroccan Pop Star Saad Lamjarred Sentenced to 6 Years for Rape in Paris Trial
The verdict is in for Saad Lamjarred, the Moroccan pop star accused of rape and aggravated assault. The singer, who has been on trial since February 20 before the assize court in Paris, was sentenced to six years in prison, with immediate detention, this Friday, February 24.
Morocco
Morocco Aims to Boost Airport Capacity to 60 Million Passengers by 2030
Morocco has unveiled its new ambitions for the aviation and tourism sectors in 2023. This was during the Connect 2023, held in Tangier until February 24.
Morocco
Israel Breaks Ground on New Embassy in Morocco, Marking Diplomatic Milestone
Israel is working to open its embassy in Morocco. Alona Fisher-Kamm, acting head of the Israeli liaison office in Morocco, laid the first stone of the building that will house it in Rabat.