
Ecuador has reiterated its support for Morocco's autonomy initiative for the Sahara, a position formalized in a joint communiqué signed in Rabat. This follows discussions between Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, and Gabriela Sommerfeld, Minister of Foreign Relations and Human Mobility of Ecuador. Ecuador welcomed the adoption of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2797 2025, which affirms that autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty is the most viable solution to the regional dispute. Both nations also expressed support for the UN Secretary-General's Personal Envoy for the Sahara and efforts to advance the political process. The joint communiqué also noted Ecuador's decision to extend its consular coverage to the Moroccan Sahara, in accordance with international law. Furthermore, Ecuador expressed its desire to promote economic and commercial cooperation opportunities in the Moroccan Sahara, viewing this as a gateway to the African continent for its economic sectors, aiming to boost investment, trade, and productive development. Minister Sommerfeld announced that the Ecuadorian Ambassador to Rabat would soon visit the Sahara region to prepare and support economic initiatives. Ecuador also praised the leadership of King Mohammed VI in Africa, with Minister Sommerfeld highlighting Royal Initiatives focused on regional integration, stability, and development, including the initiative to facilitate Sahel states' access
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Must ReadMorocco is preparing to submit three periodic human rights reports to UN committees, covering the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Convention on the Rights of the Child. This initiative aims to strengthen Morocco's credibility within the international human rights system. Mohamed El Habib Belkouch, the interministerial delegate, emphasized the need to revise working methods to ensure reports accurately reflect state efforts and challenges, moving beyond a "showcase report" culture. The reports will cover an extended period of approximately ten years, allowing for a comprehensive evaluation of national performance across legislative, operational, and programmatic levels. This period includes significant reforms such as the social protection framework law and revisions to the criminal procedure code, as well as responses to global health crises and natural disasters like the Al Haouz earthquake. The Interministerial Delegation for Human Rights DIDH has developed three thematic matrices to structure sectoral contributions, addressing specific questions from UN committees. For reports on civil and political rights and the rights of the child, Morocco will use a simplified procedure based on targeted question lists. A tight deadline requires ministerial contributions by early June 2026, with the final reports due to UN committees by the end of 2026 for review in 2027. Beyond these repo

In a new episode of "Hkayti," Dalila Mosbah shares her journey as a motorcycle enthusiast. She recounts the origins of her passion, how it became a significant part of her life, and memorable experiences from her trip on the iconic Route 66 in the United States. Mosbah also discusses the establishment of her association, "Miss Moto Maroc," highlights her athletic achievements, and expresses her future aspirations, including her dream motorcycle.

Nayef Aguerd, a player for Olympique de Marseille, is experiencing complications following surgery in March, though the official duration of his absence remains undetermined. This was stated by Habib Beye, the Senegalese coach of Olympique de Marseille, during a press conference. Beye mentioned that while Aguerd's operation was successful, he is now dealing with bone inflammation, and his return date is unknown. The medical staff at Olympique de Marseille has not yet established an exact timeline for his recovery, which will depend on his response to medical treatment and rehabilitation. Consequently, Olympique de Marseille will be without their central defender for the upcoming weeks. Aguerd's participation in the next FIFA World Cup for the Atlas Lions is also uncertain, with no confirmation yet available. He previously missed the Atlas Lions' first gathering under Mohamed Ouahbi, where Issa Diop and Chadi Riyad formed the central defense, with Redouane Halhal also featuring in one match.

Three Moroccan players have reached the semifinals of the Europa Conference League, while only one remains in the Europa League. In the Conference League, Yassine Gessime and Samir El Mourabet contributed to Strasbourg's historic qualification after a 4-0 victory over Mainz, overturning a 2-0 first-leg deficit. El Mourabet played the entire match, with Gessime entering late. Chadi Riad helped Crystal Palace secure their spot despite a 2-1 second-leg loss to Fiorentina, following a 3-0 first-leg win. Ilias Akhomach also advanced with Rayo Vallecano after a strong performance. In the Europa League, Abdessamad Ezzalzouli scored and assisted for Real Betis, but his team was eliminated by Braga 4-2. Sofyan Amrabat had a difficult night for Betis, conceding a penalty. Amine El Ouazzani, who remained on the bench for Braga in that match, is the sole Moroccan representative left in the Europa League. With Achraf Hakimi in the Champions League, and El Ouazzani, El Mourabet, Gessime, Riad, and Akhomach in the Conference League, Moroccan players are well-represented in European club competition semifinals.