Morocco
Saudi Arabia's Hidden Role in Israel-Morocco Diplomatic Deal Revealed
Saudi Arabia would be the invisible hand behind the normalization of diplomatic relations between Morocco and Israel.
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Saudi Arabia
Belgium
Belgian Justice Minister Calls for Overhaul of Muslim Executive Body Amid Security Concerns
The Belgian Minister of Justice, also in charge of Cults, calls for the renewal of all the bodies of the Executive of Muslims of Belgium (EMB). In the past, Vincent Van Quickenborne was not in favor of the resumption of activities of the Grand Mosque of the Fiftieth, in Brussels.
Belgium
Brussels Grand Mosque Remains Closed Amid Moroccan Espionage Concerns
The Grand Mosque of the Cinquantenaire in Brussels will not be able to resume its activities due to suspicions of Moroccan espionage. This is the decision of the justice system, which has issued a negative opinion.
Sport
Moroccan Striker Hamdallah Recovers from COVID-19, Set to Rejoin Saudi Club
Moroccan international Abderrazak Hamdallah has won his battle against coronavirus. His club announced the good news, happy to be able to count on the striker’s skills again.
Sport
Al-Nassr Settles Salary Dispute with Moroccan Star Abderrazak Hamdallah
The agent of Moroccan international Abderazzak Hamdallah forced Al-Nassr to pay the player’s salaries. With a formal notice and the threat of the player leaving the club, the sports team finally gave in.
Morocco
Morocco-Saudi Ties Cool as King Salman Skips Annual Tangier Visit
Relations between King Salman and King Mohammed VI are no longer rosy. In this regard, the Saudi sovereign, Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, unlike his usual habits, has turned his back on Morocco.
France
France Unveils New Secularism Law, Drops 'Separatism' Label
The French Minister of the Interior, Gérald Darmanin, announced on Tuesday, October 6 that the draft law that gave birth to the word "separatism" was changing its name in favor of: "Draft law strengthening secularism and republican principles".
Sport
Moroccan Star Amrabat Faces Backlash After Jersey-Throwing Incident in Saudi League Match
Moroccan player Nordin Amrabat was strongly criticized on social networks after throwing his jersey to express his dissatisfaction following his substitution. It was on Saturday, September 5, during the match between Al Nassr and Al Ittihad.
Morocco
Kushner to Visit Middle East, Push for Israel-Arab Normalization Deals
Jared Kushner , son-in-law and senior adviser to President Donald Trump, will travel to Morocco, Israel, Bahrain, Oman and Saudi Arabia this week.
Morocco
English Fund Actis Acquires Four Seasons Marrakech from Saudi Prince
The Four Seasons Hotel in Marrakech has been sold to the English fund Actis and the Ugandan Moez Mangajli.
Morocco
Moroccan Man Completes Epic 4-Year Journey to Mecca for Hajj Pilgrimage
A Moroccan pilgrim reached Saudi Arabia in a particular way. Yassine Ghallam traveled for 4 years through 28 countries on foot and by bicycle.
Morocco
Mecca Pilgrimage Begins with Strict COVID-19 Precautions, Limited Attendance
The great pilgrimage to Mecca is taking place this year in a very restricted format and with many health precautions in place due to the coronavirus pandemic.