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Two Russians detained in Libya on spying charges head home

Libya Un-backed Government of National Accord, GNA, has freed two Russians detained since 2019 on alleged spying charges, Russian foreign ministry said Thursday. Spokeswoman for the ministry Maria Zakharova said the Russian side is “satisfied” with the decision of the Libyan authorities to free Maxim Shugaley and Samer Hasan Ali Sueyfan, and thanked everyone who […]

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Morocco wins US support on Sahara and makes new beginning with Israel while supporting two-state solution

Morocco has just hit two birds with one stone after a watershed deal with the US and Israel according to which Washington acknowledges Morocco’s sovereignty over its southern provinces and Rabat and Tel Aviv reopen their liaison offices. In a Presidential proclamation with immediate effect, the US announced an upcoming opening of a consulate in […]

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Morocco establishes diplomatic relations with Israel, reaffirms unwavering support to Palestinian rights

Morocco will resume official contacts with Israel with a view to establishing diplomatic relations as soon as possible. The announcement came during phone talks that King Mohammed VI had this Thursday with US President Donald Trump. A statement by the Royal office said that the King announced during the phone talks that Morocco will grant […]

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Israel: Arab woman to run for President

Ahlam Khazen, an Arab Israeli business woman is planning to run for President in Israel in replacement of the outgoing President Reuven Rivlin whose term ends next year in July, reports say. “I want to represent all the people of Israel and all the parties,” Khazen said. “I want to reinforce coexistence.” Khazen, who will […]

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Palestinian National Council hails Morocco’s unwavering support to Palestinian cause

Head of the Palestinian National Council Salim Al-Zaanoun has praised Morocco’s steadfast and strong support to the Palestinian cause and people against Israeli occupation. In a letter sent to Speaker of the Moroccan House of Representatives, the PNC chief expressed the Palestinian people’s gratitude to Morocco’s constant and principled positions, under the leadership of King […]

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Morocco welcomes steps to narrow Qatar-GCC gap

Morocco expressed optimism and satisfaction at the recent development to end the rift between Qatar and other Gulf Cooperation Council member states.   The Moroccan foreign ministry has voiced hope to see a lasting agreement to this dispute with a view to restoring the cohesion of the GCC and fostering stability and Arab unity.   […]

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Algerian-Chinese strong partnership waning in favor of Morocco

Longtime China’s strongest economic partner in the Maghreb, Algeria is seeing its western neighbor, Morocco, steadily stealing the show as Beijing is increasing investments and initiating mega projects in the kingdom, a more stable and futuristic country. Algeria since February last year has slid into political uncertainty and things are not getting any better as […]

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Algeria, Egypt eye production of Russia-made covid-19 vaccine Sputnik V

Algeria and Egypt could produce Sputnik V, Russia’s covid-19 vaccine, touted as the cheapest among other vaccines. Both countries were among 55 countries around the world that took part Wednesday in an UN-led virtual conference on the presentation of the Russian vaccine. Russian Health Minister Mikhaïl Mourachko said at the special session that the participating […]

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Sahara: Rabat & Moscow reiterate need to respect ceasefire

Morocco and Russia have reiterated the need “for all parties” to the Sahara regional conflict to respect the ceasefire and remain fully engaged in the political process. The joint stand was voiced during a telephone conversation held Thursday between Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and his Russian peer Sergei Lavrov, said a press release issued […]

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UNESCO: Arab Group hails Morocco’s King efforts in defense of Al Quds

Arab Group of UNESCO has praised the tireless efforts made by King Mohammed VI, Chairman of Al-Quds Committee, in defending the Holy City at the diplomatic and political levels. The Arab Group also voiced appreciation for the initiatives launched by Al-Quds Committee to support the resistance of the Maqdessis, said on Wednesday Egyptian Minister of […]