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The US reiterates its position in support of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara

The United States has reaffirmed its unequivocal position in support of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara, two days after Israel made a similar move. Speaking to the media, spokesman for the State Department Matthew Miller said the US recognition of the Sahara as part of Morocco “has not been changed.” He also said the US […]

More voices call EU to follow the example of the US, recognize Morocco’s sovereignty over its Sahara

Since the US announced on December 10, 2020 its historic decision to recognize Morocco’s sovereignty over its Sahara, several voices rose to urge the European Union to follow suit.   The latest of these voices was that of the Mayor of Metz François Grosdidier who called on the European Union to follow the example of […]

Thai army rescues 12 Moroccans held by ‘call-center gangs’ in Myanmar

The army of Thailand managed to rescue 12 Moroccans who were trapped by gangs that lured them into well-paid jobs in Myanmar casinos before holding them hostage for months. The operation was conducted in collaboration with the Moroccan embassy in Thailand, Thai media The Nation reported. The liberated Moroccans are part of a larger group […]