France
Woman Dies from Rabies in France After Cat Scratch in North Africa
A woman died Monday at the Reims hospital center after being scratched by a wild cat during a trip to a Maghreb country. Is it Morocco?
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France
French Muslim Council Urges Imams to Promote Peace Amid Gaza Conflict
After reacting to the rise of violence in the Gaza Strip between Israel and the Palestinian movement Hamas, the French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM) has issued an urgent appeal to Muslims in France.
Morocco
Blinken Enlists Morocco's Aid to Free Hamas-Held Hostages, Prevent Escalation
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is seeking help from Morocco, the current chair of the ministerial-level session of the Council of the Arab League, to free the Israeli and foreign hostages captured by the Palestinian movement Hamas during its surprise military offensive.
Morocco
Morocco's OCP Secures $106 Million Loan for 400 MW Solar Power Project
On the sidelines of the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank being held in Marrakech, the OCP group has secured a significant loan from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) for the construction of two solar power plants to enable it to increase its production of low-carbon fertilizers.
Morocco
Corruption Probe Targets President of Moroccan Spa Town Council
The provincial council of Moulay Yacoub, a locality known for its thermal spa, located near Fez, is shaken by a financial scandal. Its president Jawad Al-Dawahi is accused of "misappropriation of public funds" and "embezzlement".
Morocco
Drought Drives Olive Oil Prices to Record Highs in Morocco
In Morocco, the price of olive oil is rising sharply. The cause is the drought and heat waves that have affected the production of this small fruit essential to the flavors of Moroccan dishes.
Sport
Morocco Favored to Win 2024 Africa Cup of Nations, Says Top Commentator
Algerian sports commentator for BeIN Sports, Hafid Derradji, designates Morocco as the champion of the next Africa Cup of Nations football (CAN) to be held from January 13 to February 11, 2024 in Côte d’Ivoire.
France
French Muslim Council Condemns Gaza Violence, Urges Dialogue for Peace
The escalation of violence in the Gaza Strip between Israel and the Palestinian movement Hamas continues to elicit reactions. The French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM) cries out in outrage and calls for a political solution to resolve this long-standing conflict to the great dismay of the populations.
Sport
Morocco's Ziyech Returns to Training, Fitness in Question for Ivory Coast Friendly
Still suffering from a slight foot pain, Moroccan international Hakim Ziyech who now plays as a right winger or attacking midfielder at Galatasaray SK resumed training on Monday. Will he be able to play against Côte d’Ivoire on October 14 as part of a friendly match in Abidjan?
Sport
Morocco Denies Pressuring Lamine Yamal to Choose National Team
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has denied having put pressure on and given money to Lamine Yamal , the Spanish-born Moroccan and Equatorial Guinean striker, for him to choose Morocco as his sporting nationality.
Morocco
Drought Slashes Global Olive Oil Production, Driving Prices Higher
Morocco is one of the countries whose olive oil production has been severely affected by the drought. A situation that is driving up global prices.
Morocco
Vogue France Faces Backlash Over Controversial Malika El Maslouhi Cover
The magazine Vogue France is facing criticism because of the photo of Moroccan-Italian model Malika El Maslouhi that it featured on the cover of its latest issue.