Morocco World News

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 20:29:08 +0000
Finland Commends King Mohammed VI’s Leadership in Positioning Morocco as Reliable, Essential EU Partner
Rabat – Finnish Minister of Foreign Affairs, Elina Valtonen met with Moroccan counterpart Nasser Bourita while on official visit to Rabat today to bolster bilateral ties.  Following the talks, the Nordic country commended Morocco’s political sta...

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:52:28 +0000
Finalissima Between Argentina and Spain in Doubt Amid Middle East Tensions
Rabat – The Finalissima match between Argentina and Spain, set for March 27 in Qatar, is now at risk of being postponed or canceled due to the escalating crisis in the Middle East. Qatar has suspended all football matches and tournaments schedu...

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 18:05:54 +0000
AFC Postpones Matches After US-Israel Strikes on Iran
Rabat – The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has postponed several Champions League Matches following US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran.  The decision affects games in the Champions League, Champions League Two, and Challenge League, includi...

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:16:21 +0000
Trump Agrees to Talk with Iran’s New Leaders
Rabat – US President Donald Trump has confirmed that he will engage in discussions with Iran’s recently installed leadership, stating that the country’s officials have expressed a willingness to communicate with his administration. “They ...

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:49:25 +0000
IFAB Introduces New Rules to Tackle Timewasting and Expand VAR
Rabat – Football’s lawmakers have approved new measures to cut down on time-wasting and broaden the use of VAR.  The International Football Association Board (IFAB) confirmed the changes at its annual meeting near Cardiff, with the new rules...

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:43:05 +0000
Three US Soldiers Killed in Strikes on Iran
Rabat – Three US soldiers have died and five others were seriously injured after a military operation called “Epic Fury” hit Iranian facilities over the weekend, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said today. CENTCOM added that several other ...

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:21:19 +0000
Former Iran President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Reportedly Killed in Tehran Missile Strike
Rabat – Iranian state media announced today that former President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, and current member of the Expediency Discernment Council, was reportedly killed in the US-Israel missile strike that targeted the capital, Tehran, late Satur...

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:39:03 +0000
Moroccan Automotive Exports Reach MAD 12 Billion, Surge 19% in January 2026
Agadir – Morocco’s automotive sector recorded a strong performance in January 2026, with exports reaching over MAD 12.24 billion ($1.34 billion), representing a 19.1% increase compared to the same period in 2025, according to the latest repor...

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:20:17 +0000
Munir El Haddadi Confirms Safe Exit From Iran
Rabat – Munir El Haddadi, the Moroccan international currently playing for Esteghlal FC in Tehran, has reassured fans about his situation after recent unrest in Iran.  In an Instagram post, the forward explained the difficulties he faced upon ...

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:17:41 +0000
Iran May Select New Supreme Leader in ‘One or Two Days,’ FM Says
Rabat – Iran’s foreign minister has projected confidence and continuity after the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei who was killed in US-Israel strikes, saying a new leader could be appointed within “one or two days.” In remarks to Al ...

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