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PM Lecornu visits Rabat to cement France-Morocco rapprochement

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu will pay an official visit to Rabat on Wednesday and Thursday to strengthen relations between France and Morocco. The high-level meeting is expected to yield several agreements, paving the way for a new phase in the rapprochement between the two countries.

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Who Is Prince Moulay El Hassan? Moroccan Heir Goes Viral for Rejecting Royal Hand Kisses Tradition

Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan of Morocco has gone viral for rejecting the traditional royal hand-kissing custom, symbolising a generational shift in the monarchy's protocol.

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Senegal football fans return home after royal pardon for Cup of Nations chaos

A group of Senegalese football supporters arrived home on Sunday after spending four months detained in Morocco for disrupting the Africa Cup of Nations final, which descended into chaos over controversial calls. Their sentences for hooliganism were brought to an end by a royal pardon from the Moroccan king.

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Morocco’s King Mohammed VI leads emotional Laylat ul Qadr prayer at Royal Palace in Rabat

Morocco celebrated the sacred Laylat ul Qadr with King Mohammed VI leading a spiritual vigil. The event honoured Quranic scholars and students, reinforcing the nation's commitment to Islamic learning. This observance blends deep religious devotion with unique cultural traditions, showcasing the monarchy's role in preserving faith and heritage. Dignitaries attended,…

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Morocco urges African fraternity after surge in hate speech linked to chaotic Africa Cup final

King Mohammed VI of Morocco is appealing for fraternity with African nations amid rising hate speech concerns

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Sermons urge youth to take part in public affairs in Morocco after wave of protests

Imams around Morocco have read government-written sermons urging parents to involve their children in public affairs

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Morocco's under-20 World Cup triumph gains royal seal of approval

King Mohammed VI of Morocco led the tributes on Monday after the country's under-20 side beat Argentina 2-0 to lift the World Cup for the first time.

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Morocco's Gen Z protesters demand accountability and education reform

Youth-led protesters have returned to the streets in Morocco after a short hiatus

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King Mohammed VI set to speak as Gen Z protesters demand reforms in Morocco

Morocco’s elusive King Mohammed VI is inaugurating parliament in a speech with far higher stakes than his annual addresses as anti-government protests have swept the nation’s cities and questioned the government’s spending priorities

The Independent UK

Morocco Youth Ask For King's Ear At Fresh Protests

Young Moroccan protesters took to the streets again to demand reforms and a change of government on Thursday, the eve of a keenly anticipated annual speech by King Mohammed VI. "We no longer have confidence in the government.

International Business Times

Protesters rally across Morocco in final push for reforms before king's expected address

Youth-led protesters in Morocco returned to the streets on Thursday to flex their strength a day before King Mohammed VI is expected to address their grievances in an annual speech at parliament

The Independent UK

Why you should swap hectic Marrakech for authentic and laid-back Rabat

Unesco-listed Rabat is fast becoming a favourite among those seeking a different Moroccan experience, Kate Wickers discovers as she indulges in north African cuisine, explores the medina and wanders through the narrow streets of white-washed houses

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Morocco's King Urges Citizens To Forego Eid Al-Adha Sacrifice

King Mohammed VI of Morocco advises against buying sheep for Eid Al-Adha due to high prices and livestock shortages, impacting vulnerable populations.

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Morocco's King Urges Abstaining From Eid Sheep Slaughter

King Mohammed VI of Morocco urges citizens to skip sheep slaughter on Eid al-Adha due to livestock decline from drought.

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Moroccan King urges people against sacrificing sheep for Eid

King Mohammed VI made a rare break with tradition by urging families to forego buying sheep

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France, Morocco sign deals worth €10bn on energy, infrastructure

France and Morocco signed agreements worth up to €10 billion on the first day of President Macron's visit aimed at improving strained relations. The deals covered sectors like energy and infrastructure, with more expected.

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French President Macron Visits Morocco To Strengthen Partnerships

French President Macron's visit to Morocco focuses on trade, climate change, and immigration, aiming to strengthen ties and address shared challenges.

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Macron visits Morocco amid tensions over Western Sahara and immigration

French President Emmanuel Macron is in Morocco this Monday for a three-day state visit hosted by King Mohammed VI. The visit aims to strengthen ties after years of tension between the two nations, particularly over France’s stance on the disputed Western Sahara.

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France's president is visiting Morocco after his Western Sahara change brings a 'new honeymoon'

French President Emmanuel Macron arrives Monday in Morocco, where he is scheduled to meet with the North African kingdom’s leaders and discuss partnerships regarding trade, climate change and managing immigration

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Morocco's king praises French support, diplomatic gains over status of Western Sahara

Morocco's King Mohammed VI has reaffirmed that settling sovereignty disputes over the Western Sahara remains the driving force behind Rabat's foreign policy, lauding diplomatic triumphs and framing them as progress toward resolving the decades-long conflict in Morocco's favour.

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Algeria recalls ambassador after France backs Moroccan plan for Western Sahara

Algeria announced on Tuesday it is recalling its ambassador from France. This came after President Emmanuel Macron offered support for a plan for autonomy in the Western Sahara under Moroccan sovereignty. He described it as the "only way" to resolve the longstanding territorial dispute.

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Morocco's King Mohamed VI pardons imprisoned journalists and activists

King Mohammed VI pardoned three Moroccan journalists, as well as an activist and a historian, on Monday, to mark his 25th anniversary as monarch.

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Moroccan Journalists Pardoned After Reporting Corruption And Abuse

Moroccan journalists released after receiving pardons from King Mohammed VI amid international criticism. Allegations of politically motivated prosecutions...

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Morocco releases imprisoned journalists after pardons from King Mohamed VI

Morocco’s King Mohammed VI on Monday pardoned a group of journalists who were charged with sex crimes and espionage in prosecutions widely condemned by press freedom advocates as retaliatory in response to critical reporting

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Spanish PM Sánchez Meets Moroccan King, Discusses Migration Cooperation

Spanish PM Sánchez and King Mohammed VI of Morocco discuss migration, Western Sahara, and Israel-Hamas conflict, emphasizing cooperation and support.

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