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Sabena Engineering announced the launch of construction works for a maintenance and repair facility in Benslimane, near Casablanca, that will handle heavy servicing and modernization of F-16 fighter jets and C-130 Hercules transport aircraft operated by the Royal Moroccan Air Force. The project is spearheaded by Maintenance Aero Maroc (MAM), a subsidiary of Sabena Engineering […]
The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) has selected Libya as the host nation for the “Flintlock 26” military exercise, marking the first time the country will stage the annual regional drills. AFRICOM Deputy Commander Lt. Gen. John Brennan confirmed during a visit to Libya that the exercise—set for next spring near Sirte—will bring together military […]
The Moroccan national under-20 football team has achieved a historic and unprecedented feat by qualifying for the final of the FIFA U-20 World Cup being held in Chile, in an epic and tense semifinal. Actually this came after a thrilling and hard-fought victory over France in a penalty shootout, following a 1–1 draw at the […]
The United States is forging ahead with a bold strategy to encourage private investment in Morocco’s southern provinces, a move that starkly contrasts with the European Union’s fragmented stance, a Carnegie Endowment For International Peace analyst said. While Washington seeks tangible economic returns and a clear diplomatic signal, Brussels remains entangled in internal divisions over […]
The Moroccan national under-20 team reached the semifinals of the FIFA U-20 World Cup, held in Chile, after a well-deserved 3–1 victory over the United States on Sunday at the “El Teniente” Stadium in Rancagua, in the quarterfinals of the tournament. From the opening whistle, officiated by Peruvian referee Kevin Ortega, the American team put […]
Morocco secured their place in the quarter finals of the FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025 after a 2-1 win over South Korea in Rancagua on Thursday night. The first Moroccan goal was scored thanks to an acrobatic effort from Yassir Zabiri, which looked to be heading wide, was diverted into his own net by […]
US President Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi have reaffirmed their commitment to the full implementation of the recently brokered Gaza ceasefire agreement. In a phone conversation on Thursday, October 9, El-Sisi emphasized the need to expedite the enforcement of all stages of the truce, which he described as a “historic milestone.” He commended […]
Morocco, whose Sovereign chairs the Al-Quds Committee, welcomes the announcement made by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the conclusion of a ceasefire agreement in Gaza. Morocco “expresses its deep appreciation for the sustained efforts and personal commitment of His Excellency President Donald Trump, which have played a decisive role in achieving this hopeful outcome, and […]
The U.S. senate confirmed on Tuesday the nomination of Duke Buchan III as new U.S. ambassador to Morocco, paving the way for the diplomat to assume as soon as possible his post and mission of strengthening further U.S.-Moroccan strategic partnership in security, economy, technology, transportation, agriculture, and energy sectors. Duke Buchan III, a businessman and […]
Morocco U-20 National football team defeated on Thursday five-time champions Brazil 2-1 in Chile to qualify for the knockout stage of the world football tournament. The goals of the young Atlas Cubs were scored by Othmane Maamma with a stunning scissor in the 60th minute and Yassir Zabiri who lashed home with the outside of […]