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Government council discusses market supply, legal reforms, and strategic appointments

The Moroccan government council convened on Thursday, February 20, 2025, under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch. The session focused on a sectoral presentation, legal reforms, an international agreement, and the appointment of senior officials, in accordance with Article 92 of the Constitution. The......

South Korean president Yoon faces historic criminal trial

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has become the first sitting head of state in the country to face a criminal trial, marking an unprecedented moment in the nation's political history. The trial, which commenced on Thursday at the Seoul Central District Court, revolves around Yoon's attempt......

Tanger Tech: New Canal Project to Protect Industrial City from Flooding

In late January, the Moroccan government decided to initiate the construction of a canal aimed at safeguarding the "Mohammed VI Industrial City – Tanger Tech" from floods in the Tanger-Assilah prefecture. This industrial project, a collaboration between Morocco and China, was officially......

Trump administration faces backlash for restricting AP reporters' access

The Trump administration has once again barred The Associated Press (AP) from covering a White House event, intensifying an ongoing dispute over the renaming of the Gulf of Mexico. On Thursday, the AP reported that one of its journalists was denied entry to a press conference between President Donald......

UN investigates Bangladesh's former government for potential crimes against humanity

The United Nations has accused the former government of Bangladesh, led by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, of potentially committing "crimes against humanity" in an effort to maintain power during 2024. The UN's human rights office published a fact-finding report, documenting a systematic......

Musk defends DOGE’s reforms at the White House

Elon Musk made a rare public appearance at the White House to advocate for the extensive federal workforce reductions he is spearheading, despite rising concerns over transparency and accountability. Standing beside President Donald Trump in the Oval Office, Musk, accompanied by his four-year-old son,......

Time Magazine: Elon Musk Rules the United States

The American magazine Time has portrayed billionaire Elon Musk as the de facto ruler of the United States, featuring him on its February cover sitting in the president’s office. According to the magazine, the rapid developments surrounding Musk’s assertive intervention in Washington signal......

U.S. seizes Venezuelan government plane in the Dominican Republic

The U.S. government has confiscated a second aircraft linked to the administration of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, currently located in the Dominican Republic. During his visit to Santo Domingo as part of a five-nation tour across Latin America, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio observed......

UK government's decision to demolish Grenfell Tower sparks controversy

The UK government has made the decision to demolish Grenfell Tower in London, the site of a deadly fire in 2017 that claimed 72 lives. This decision, confirmed by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner to survivors and the victims' families, has been met with opposition from some relatives who believe......

USAID Staff Placed on Leave amid Government Downsizing Efforts

The U.S. government has directed the majority of its directly-hired employees at the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to take leave, as part of a broader initiative to significantly reduce the size of federal agencies. Starting Friday, only staff responsible for critical operations,......

Elon Musk’s expanding influence raises alarms over government oversight

Billionaire Elon Musk has rapidly expanded his influence within the U.S. government, triggering concerns among constitutional scholars and Democratic leaders. Since the inauguration of President Donald Trump, Musk, now leading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has implemented sweeping changes......

Strengthening Morocco-Spain connectivity: A strategic step forward

The relationship between Morocco and Spain continues to grow, with expanding collaborations in various sectors. The Spanish government has recently pledged substantial funding to improve key infrastructure, including the enhancement of access to the Port of Algeciras and the feasibility study for an......

China's DeepSeek AI raises national security concerns in the U.S.

The U.S. government is evaluating the potential national security risks linked to DeepSeek, a Chinese AI company that has reportedly made a significant breakthrough. According to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, U.S. officials are investigating the implications of the new AI technology.......