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US congressman highlights Morocco's role as a pillar of stability and reform

US Congressman Joe Wilson recently commended Morocco’s position as a model of political and social progress in North Africa. Speaking from Washington, Wilson praised the country’s commitment to stability, reform, and sustainable development under the leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed......

New clash between Trump and DeSantis over Florida CFO appointment

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has sparked a political battle with former President Donald Trump by appointing State Senator Blaise Ingoglia as the state’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The decision sets the stage for a high-stakes showdown in the 2026 election, as Trump has already endorsed......

Federal judge signals nationwide block of Trump’s birthright citizenship order

A Maryland federal judge, Deborah Boardman, has indicated her readiness to block former President Donald Trump’s controversial executive order restricting birthright citizenship, potentially applying the ruling nationwide. This comes as the issue gains momentum on its path to the Supreme Court. Class......

Elon Musk slams Trump for dismissing Epstein investigation as a hoax

Elon Musk has launched fresh criticism against former President Donald Trump, accusing him of downplaying the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and obstructing efforts to uncover potential ties between the disgraced financier and the powerful elite. Musk challenges Trump's hoax claims In a series......

President Aoun urges CDR to resist political, partisan, and religious interference

Baabda, July 16, 2025 – Lebanese President Joseph Aoun called on the newly appointed members of the Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR) to operate with full independence and avoid any form of political, partisan, or religious influence in their mission. During a meeting at the Presidential......

Press reform bill under scrutiny: Minister Bensaïd acknowledges need for amendments

During a parliamentary session held on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, Morocco’s Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication, Mohamed Mehdi Bensaïd, addressed members of the Education, Culture and Communication Commission to discuss the proposed bill aimed at reorganizing the National Press Council. In......

France takes historic step in recognizing Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara

 France has officially shifted its foreign policy stance by fully recognizing Morocco’s sovereignty over the Western Sahara, a move described by analysts as historic and strategically significant. In a landmark message sent by French President Emmanuel Macron to King Mohammed VI on July 30,......

French delegation explores development momentum in Dakhla-Oued Eddahab

A delegation from the city of Nice, France, visited the Dakhla-Oued Eddahab region on Tuesday to explore the area's economic and infrastructure development, as well as its potential for future cooperation and investment. Led by Olivier Bettati, Special Advisor to the Mayor of Nice, the delegation......

Trump administration deports undocumented immigrants to Eswatini amid legal controversy

The Trump administration has confirmed the deportation of five undocumented immigrants to Eswatini, a small landlocked nation in Southern Africa. The individuals, originally from Asian and Caribbean countries, were expelled on Tuesday, July 15, after their home countries refused to take them back. According......

Morocco sees record tax revenue growth thanks to ongoing fiscal reforms

 Morocco’s tax revenues surged by 25.1 billion dirhams by the end of June 2025, marking a 16.6% increase compared to the same period in 2024. The announcement was made by Fouzi Lekjaa, Minister Delegate in charge of the Budget, during a parliamentary session on Monday. The minister attributed......

Minister Bourita holds bilateral talks at EU–Southern neighbourhood meeting

Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Nasser Bourita, conducted a series of bilateral meetings on Monday during his participation in the 5th EU–Southern Neighbourhood Ministerial Meeting held in Brussels. Accompanied by Morocco’s Permanent......

Morocco, a trusted ally and regional security pillar, says former UK minister

Morocco remains one of the United Kingdom’s oldest allies and a key partner in addressing both British and global security challenges, stated Sir Liam Fox, former UK Minister of Defence and International Trade, on Monday. In an article published on The National portal, Sir Fox praised Morocco’s......

European Union prepares trade retaliation in response to U.S. tariff threats

The European Commission proposed on Monday possible retaliatory measures worth up to 72 billion euros, should the United States impose 30% tariffs on imports from the European Union. The announcement came after a meeting of EU trade ministers in Brussels. “We prioritize negotiation, but we are......