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Moroccan journalists thank king for freeing them

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Moroccan journalists thank king for freeing them

Three journalists who were recently freed from prison under royal pardons in Morocco urged the country on Saturday to release “all prisoners of conscience” and begin “a new phase” focused on rights and freedoms. The journalists—Omar Radi, Soulaimane Raissouni, and Taoufik Bouachrine—were among several hundred prisoners, including historian and rights advocate Maati Monjib, who … Read more

Media bias strains Moroccan-Israeli relations as gov’t seek objectivity

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Media bias strains Moroccan-Israeli relations as gov’t seek objectivity

Over three years have passed since Israel and Morocco signed their normalization agreements. Since then, ties between the two countries have been taking off slowly but steadily. However, given Morocco’s historic neutrality, the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza presents challenges for their relationship. But unlike during previous Israeli-Palestinian conflicts, this time, … Read more