us assistant secretary of state David_K._Schenker_

Fustal World Cup 2024: Morocco beats Iran, advances to quarter-finals

Morocco qualified for the quarter-final of the Futsal World Cup 2024 after beating Asia champion Iran 4-3 in a breathtaking match played Thursday at Bukhara Universal Sports Complex, Uzbekistan. The goals of the Atlas Lions were scored by Khalid Bouzid, Alireza Rafieipour, Soufiane El Mesrar and Idriss Raiss El Fenni. The Moroccans had won their […]

DRC’s armored gamble: UAE arms deal raises eyebrows amid M23 tensions

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is making one of its largest military hardware acquisitions in recent years, securing over 160 armored vehicles from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to reinforce its fight against armed groups in the troubled eastern provinces. The vehicles, including the Kasser II mine-resistant ambush-protected units, are designed to withstand […]

UN: Moroccan Activist Appointed to Sexual Exploitation Advisory Board

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres announced on Tuesday, Feb.19, the appointment of Moroccan activist Najat M’jid and six other expert members to the Civil Society Advisory Board on the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. The board aims to promote “closer interaction with civil society and external experts and organizations as part of the UN’s efforts […]