Headlines- Iran claimed that since the war with the US and Israel started on February 28, over 3,400 people had died.
- On Saturday night, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran threatened to strike any ship that approached the Strait of Hormuz.
- India's Ministry of External Affairs called the Iranian ambassador to India to discuss the "serious incident" involving two Indian-flagged ships that were fired upon on Saturday in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran said that it is examining fresh U.S. proposals that were communicated through Pakistan's mediators, but it has not yet responded.
- Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem vowed on Saturday that his fighters would retaliate against Israeli attacks on Lebanon and stated that the current 10-day ceasefire with Israel cannot be one-sided.
Tag: Morocco
Breakdancing The New Competition in Olympics
In Paris, France, breakdancing makes its debut as a new Olympic sport. VOA’s Heather Maxwell talks to B-Girl Fatima Zahra El Mamouny and B-Boy Bilal Mallakh ahead of of their major game participation.
Tourism Another Casualty of the Earthquake...
The High Atlas Mountains earthquake in Morocco last month that claimed over 3,000 lives also had an impact on the region’s flourishing tourist industry, a major source of jobs and income. The many challenges that impoverished mountain communities are currently facing as they begin the difficult task of rebuilding are made worse by the stream of visitor cancellations.
Students Another Casualty of the Earthquake...
Less than two weeks after a 6.8 magnitude earthquake, there killed and injured thousands of people and razed entire villages, children are returning to school in Morocco’s Atlas Mountains. Many students will be learning in tents or in Marrakesh, which is the nearest city, for the time being since 600 or so local schools were destroyed.
After Historic Earthquake, Moroccans Unite
Following the recent historic 6.8-magnitude earthquake, which left at least 2,900 people killed and more than 5,500 injured, Moroccans have united together and shown generosity to the survivors.
After Devastating Earthquake, Moroccans Unite
The most powerful earthquake to strike Morocco in more than a century has left behind extensive damage. However, residents say that the earthquake has shown Moroccans’ resilience and spirit.
Moroccan Court Rules in China’s Favor...
A Moroccan court on Thursday approved an extradition request by China for a Uyghur accused of terrorism and detained five months ago based on an Interpol warrant that the international police organization later withdrew
Morocco, UN, AU urged to fast-track...
Western Sahara President Brahim Ghali has urged the African Union, the United Nations and Morocco to fast-track the long delayed referendum on the self-determination of the Arab nation
Here Are 11 Best Places to...
make it easier for you to plan a trip, I’ve highlighted some of the most popular countries and best places to visit in Africa, as well as what to see and do there, when to go, and where to stay. Hopefully this primer will get you motivated to hop on a plane—it’s worth the long flight to get there
Conference on Global Compact on Migration
Main gate of the venue for the Intergovernmental Conference on the Global Compact for Migration. The Conference, taking place in Marrakech
Scene from Marrakech, Morroco
One of the “logos” depiting migrants at the conference to symbolize migrant children