The Latest Breaking News from Rabat

France's Culture Minister Rachida Dati became on Monday the first French official to make a formal visit to the Western Sahara, a sign of Paris's recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the disputed territory. For Algeria, which defends claims for the territory's independence, the visit showed "contempt" for international law.

The draw for the Africa Cup of Nations is complete, with defending champions Ivory Coast facing rivals Cameroon in Group F

France's foreign minister Stephane Séjourne has reiterated Paris' "clear and constant" support for Morocco's autonomy plan for the Western Sahara, during a visit to Rabat.

NEW DELHI: Reigning Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has decided to shift his training base from South Africa's Potchefstroom to Antalya in Turkiye, as the star javelin thrower looks to commence his athletics season with one of the Diamond Leagues in Doha or Rabat.

Despite popular anger against Israel, Morocco is unlikely to break up with Tel Aviv, analysts say.

Secret vote held after 13 African members could not agree on a candidate, as some criticise Rabat’s rights record.

Archaeologists have unearthed more ancient ruins of what they believe was once a bustling port city near the capital of modern-day Morocco

King Mohammed VI has named Samira Sitail as ambassador to France, filling a post that has laid empty for months amid a diplomatic crisis between Rabat and Paris.

After agreeing to normalise relations with Israel in 2020, Rabat and Khartoum have had varying degrees of progress.