The Latest Breaking News from Morocco

IDF Appoints First-ever Military Attache To Morocco

The Israel Defense Forces announced appointment of Col Sharon Itach as Israel's first-ever military attaché to Morocco

Zenger · Jul 18, 2023

Israel recognises Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara, mulls opening consulate

Israel has recognised Morocco's sovereignty over the disputed Western Sahara region and is considering opening a consulate in the Moroccan-controlled part of the territory.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 18, 2023

Morocco says Israel backs claim to disputed Africa territory

Morocco said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backs its claim to the disputed coastal territory of Western Sahara, a move that may help enhance relations following the U.S.-brokered restoration of ties three years ago.

Tribune News Service · Jul 17, 2023

Man Utd 'monitor' Sofyan Amrabat as Erik ten Hag eyes THREE more transfers

Morocco midfielder Sofyan Amrabat starred for his country in their 2022 World Cup run and could become the next piece of the puzzle in Erik ten Hag's Man Utd rebuild

Daily Mirror · Jul 11, 2023

Morocco's historic Women's World Cup debut inspires girls even if some in the Arab world ignore it

Morocco's national women's team will make its debut this month at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, the first to qualify from an Arab world where many are crazy for the men’s game

The Independent UK · Jul 10, 2023

Moroccan Jewish Teens Make Historic Debut At JCC Maccabi Games In Israel

First-ever delegation from Morocco showcases unity and Jewish identity in international sports competition.

Zenger · Jul 9, 2023

Female maestro Hind Ennaira shows Gnaoua music's power to transcend boundaries

Hind Ennaira is one of the rare women maâlems, or master musicians, among the hundred or so Gnaoua artists in Morocco, who usually pass on their musical tradition from father to son.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 9, 2023

At least 951 died trying to reach Spain by sea so far this year

Caminando Fronteras blames Spain and Morocco for lack of coordination and failing to conduct rescue operations in time.

Al Jazeera · Jul 6, 2023

White paint: a cool solution for climate change?

Brilliantly whitewashed houses are a familiar sight in hot countries, from Morocco to Greece. In fact, white-painted roofs “have been used to cool buildings for centuries”, said The Guardian.

The Week · Jul 5, 2023

UK law is doing little to prevent British children being kidnapped from their mothers

In November 2022, Ibrahim Faraj, a seven-year-old boy from Cheshire, was reportedly taken from England to Saudi Arabia by his father.

The Conversation · Jul 4, 2023