Morocco condemns the targeting by Israeli forces of Palestinian civilians seeking humanitarian aid in Gaza

Morocco, whose Sovereign, King Mohammed VI, chairs the Al Quds Committee, strongly condemns the targeting by Israeli forces of Palestinian civilians who were seeking humanitarian aid at the Al-Rashid Avenue, north of Gaza Strip, killing dozens and injuring hundreds. The remarks were made by Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita during a joint working meeting at the […]

Infirm Bouteflika seeks presidency for life or an exit on his own terms

As was expected, ailing president Bouteflika announced in a letter that he will succeed himself for a fifth term, but promised early elections within a year in a bid to stoke off public anger against his re-election while preparing to leave power on his own terms. In view of his frail health, Bouteflika hasn’t spoken […]

King Mohammed VI: Earthquake tragedy has shown Moroccan values of solidarity & social cohesion

King Mohammed VI has lauded the resilience and the values of solidarity & social cohesion shown by Moroccans of all walks of life following the earthquake that struck Morocco on Sept.08. In a speech delivered Friday at the opening of the fall session of the Parliament, which was attended by President of World Bank Group […]