The Latest Breaking News from Morocco

Soccer star Achraf Hakimi urges Moroccans to 'help each other' after earthquake

The status of Morocco’s soccer game Saturday night as part of African Cup of Nations qualifying was uncertain after an earthquake struck the country, killing more than 800 people

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2023

Maisie Smith reveals she left Morocco two days before major earthquake

‘EastEnders’ star offered her condolences to those affected by the devastating tragedy

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2023

‘Thoughts and prayers’: World reacts to Morocco’s devastating earthquake

Condolences and offers of support pour in from around the world after Morocco’s deadly earthquake.

Al Jazeera · Sep 9, 2023

Morocco earthquake: Is it safe to travel at the moment?

Airports, including Marrakech, are open, with flights operating normally

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2023

Morocco declares three days of national mourning after deadly earthquake

Morocco on Saturday declared three days of national mourning after a deadly earthquake overnight. The death toll rose to 2,012 people early Sunday, a statement from the interior ministry said. Read our blog to see how the day's events unfolded. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).

France 24 · Sep 9, 2023

Rescue teams comb for survivors as Morocco quake kills over 1,300

Morocco's deadliest earthquake in decades has killed more than 1,300 people, authorities said Saturday, as troops and emergency services scrambled to reach remote mountain villages where casualties are still feared trapped. Neighbouring Algeria has opened its airspace to facilitate rescue flights.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 9, 2023

Morocco earthquake: rescuers search for survivors as death toll passes 1,000 – as it happened

Earthquake measuring at least 6.8 magnitude and centred in High Atlas mountains leaves more than 1,000 dead and 1,200 injured

The Guardian - UK · Sep 9, 2023

Powerful earthquake kills at least 1,037 people in Morocco

The quake struck at 11pm on Friday with estimates reporting that 1,204 people were injured

Evening Standard · Sep 9, 2023

Morocco’s powerful earthquake: What we know so far

A magnitude 6.8 earthquake has not been seen in the country and surrounding areas in more than 120 years.

Al Jazeera · Sep 9, 2023

Deadliest quake in decades leaves over 2,000 dead in Morocco

A rare, powerful earthquake struck Morocco, sending people racing from their beds into the streets and toppling buildings in mountainous villages and ancient cities not built to withstand such force. More than 2,000 people were killed, and the toll was expected to rise as rescuers struggled Saturday to reach hard-hit…

France 24 · Sep 9, 2023