Morocco

Morocco among hosts of UN event on combating antisemitism

United States, Argentina, Canada, Israel, Morocco, and the United Kingdom to host side event on global efforts to combat antisemitism at UN.

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Morocco linking Israel embassy with Western Sahara recognition

Officials say Morocco has linked opening of embassy in Tel Aviv to formal Israeli recognition of its sovereignty in Western Sahara.

Amb. Herzog marks 2 years since peace agreement with Morocco

Israeli Ambassador to the US Michael Herzog says ties with Morocco have deepened on many levels since signing of Abraham Accords.

One thousand French and Moroccan high schoolers visit Israel

High Schoolers from schools in France, Switzerland, and Morocco came to Israel to explore options for academic studies in the country.

Morocco's World Cup team & fans 'hand victory to Palestine'

Following Portugal's defeat, stadium erupts with song in support of "Palestine."

Stunning upset:

Ronaldo in tears as Morocco eliminates Portugal at the World Cup

Morocco becomes first Arab and African team to reach the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup with 1-0 victory over Portugal.

Watch: Belgian fans set cars on fire after national team's loss

Street riots broke out in several cities after Morocco upset Belgium 2-0 at the World Cup.

Why Morocco's etrog industry is booming this year

This Sukkot, peace and Jewish agricultural law have Morocco’s etrog industry blossoming.

Imam expelled form France for antisemitism arrested in Belgium

Fugitive on the run for delivering antisemitic speech was ordered by French authorities to be deported to Morocco.

Morocco signs energy deal with Israel

Israeli and Moroccan scientists sign historic agreement for energy cooperation.

Economy Minister announces:

Israel will open trade mission in Morocco

Economy Minister Orna Barbivai announces that Israel will open a trade mission in Morocco next year.

Israel and Morocco advance joint efforts against crime

Israel and Morocco agreed efforts against crime and terrorism during Police Commissioner Kobi Shabtai's visit to Rabat.

Israel signs contract for construction of embassy in Morocco

Construction will cost nearly 4 million dollars. The embassy will be located in the same property which housed the Israeli liaison office.

Morocco's King:

'We're open to restoring ties with Algeria'

Algeria cut its diplomatic relations with Morocco last year over what it called "hostile actions" on the part of Morocco.

Morocco and Israel agree to establish legal cooperation

Justice Minister Gideon Sa’ar and Moroccan counterpart sign memorandum of understanding on legal cooperation.

Israelis save performer's life in Morocco

An Israeli attending a live shooting show in the Western African nation was the only doctor in the audience - and it proved a lifesaver.

IDF Chief of Staff visits Morocco Jewish community

Aviv Kohavi toured the Jewish community in the Old City of Marrakesh during the second day of his official visit to the Kingdom of Morocco.

Historic visit:

IDF Chief of Staff meets top Moroccan security officials

IDF COS met with the Minister Delegate to the Head of Government, in charge of National Defense Administration of the Kingdom of Morocco

Israel, Morocco sign cooperation MOU on intellectual property

Move intended to boost innovation and strengthen entrepreneurial relations between innovators in both countries.

Historic visit: IDF Chief of Staff lands in Morocco

The Chief of the General Staff, LTG Aviv Kohavi, landed this evening (Monday) for his first official visit to the Kingdom of Morocco.

US CENTCOM Commander visits Israel

IDF Chief of Staff Kochavi to make historic visit to Morocco this week.

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Chief of Staff to visit Morocco

IDF Chief of Staff will visit Morocco, marking the first time that an Israeli Chief of Staff has visited the country.

In first, Israel participates in AFRICOM military exercise

For the first time, Israel participates in the largest annual exercise held by Morocco and the US in Africa.

Coming soon to Israel: Foreign workers from Morocco

Minister Ayelet Shaked agreed with her Moroccan counterpart to begin a pilot of bringing foreign workers from Morocco to Israel.

Shaked to hold diplomatic visit in Morocco

Interior Minister to depart Monday for Morocco visit, where she will meet local officials.

i24NEWS launches in Morocco

i24NEWS announces two bureaus, in Rabat and Casablanca, becoming the first international news network based in Israel to launch in Morocco.

Start-Up Nation conference brings Israelis & Moroccans together

13 MOUs signed during first-of-its-kind conference dedicated to developing innovative solutions to common and shared challenges.

Moroccan authorities restore ancient Jewish cemetery of Meknes

Morocco completes renovation of historic Jewish cemetery in Meknes, part of broader overhaul of Jewish heritage sites.

Jewish radio station to open in Morocco

Jewish focused radio station will feature programming that highlights the culture of Moroccan Jews.

Morocco summons Israeli envoy over Temple Mount clashes

Morocco summons Israel's chargé d'affaires over clashes taking place in Jerusalem's Old City.

Senior Moroccan academic delegation visits Hebrew University

Staff from Hebrew University, Morocco's Polytechnic University, meet, discuss medical training and future collaboration.

Morocco, Israel sign deal to cooperate in aerospace projects

Former Israeli Defense Minister Amir Peretz signs deal with Morocco's Industry and Trade Minister to cooperate on aeronautics development.

IDF conducts first official visit to the Kingdom of Morocco

Visit includes signing of memorandum of understanding regarding cooperation between IDF and Moroccan military.

Morocco signs MoU with Israel Aerospace Industries

'We are sealing a strategic partnership which opens the way for win-win industrial collaboration,' Morocco's Industry and Trade Min. says.

'Abraham Accords Games'

Israeli & intl. soccer legends face to face in the UAE

High-level officials to travel to UAE for 'Abraham Accords Games' featuring soccer legends from Israel and around the world.

Moroccan airline operates first direct flight to Israel

Royal Air Maroc operates flight from Casablanca to Israel, for the first time since the two countries normalized ties in 2020.

Israel, Morocco sign economic, trade agreement

Economy, Industry Minister Orna Barbivay, Moroccan Industry and Trade Minister Ryad Mezzour sign economic cooperation and trade agreement.

Economy Minister arrives in Morocco

Economy Minister Orna Barbivai to sign historic cooperation agreement with Morocco.

Economy Min. to visit Morocco next week, sign economic agreement

Minister Orna Barbivay to sign historic economic-commercial agreement, laying foundations for expanded cooperation between Israel & Morocco.

Morocco: Boy who fell into well pulled out lifeless

Rayan, age five, is pulled lifeless from well, four days after he fell in.

In first, Israeli to play in Moroccan basketball league

Forward Mohamed Abu Arisha gears up to play for AMI Basket, an Ifrane-based team that competes in Morocco's national top-level league.

ANALYSIS:

How did Israel fare in 2021?

2021 was an eventful period in the existence of the young State of Israel, with many developments, some positive and others negative..

Remains of early Jewish community found in Morocco

Moroccan, Israeli and French archeologists have unearthed the remnants of an early Jewish community in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.

Morocco and Israel mark one year since normalization

Foreign Ministers of Israel and Morocco and Secretary of State Blinken hold video conference to mark first anniversary of normalization.

Israel and Morocco celebrate one year of normalization

Morocco's Ambassador to US and Israel's Ambassador to US mark one-year anniversary of Israel-Morocco normalization agreement.

Telling Israel's story to the world through soldiers

Israel National News spoke to Eyal Biram, ISRAEL-is CEO, about his mission to have young people spread the truth about Israel to the world.

AJC to bring together young Israelis, Moroccans and Americans

The American Jewish Committee is launching an initiative to bring together a group of young Americans, Israelis, and Moroccans.

King of Morocco: We'll push for resumption of Israeli-PA talks

King Mohammed VI says Morocco will push for a resumption of Israeli-Palestinian Arab peace negotiations.

PM: Government 'speaks with one voice' on Iran

"Israel is extremely concerned about potential billions flooding into Iran," says PM. "We are conveying this message in every possibly way."

Algerian official: Gantz visit to Morocco 'targeted' us

Algerian Senate president claims "enemies are mobilizing more and more to undermine Algeria".

Moving: Prayer for IDF soldiers in Moroccan synagogue

Defense Minister Gantz visits ancient Rabat synagogue in Morocco during historic visit to Arab nation at peace with Israel.

Defense Min.: Morocco partnership 'vital' in fighting threats

Defense Min. Gantz publishes opinion piece on cover of Moroccan magazine, L’Observateur Du Maroc and in Arabic newspaper, Ahdath Maghrebia..

Israel and Morocco sign historic Defense agreement

New memorandum between Israel and Morocco formalizes defense, intel, and industrial cooperation between the two countries.

Gantz to become first Israeli DM to visit Morocco next week

Defense Minister to sign MOU to outline defense cooperation between Israel and Morocco in historic visit next week.

Algeria accuses Morocco of killing three Algerians

Tensions between the countries continue, several months after Algeria cut ties with Morocco over "hostile actions" on the part of Morocco.

Israel cancels Morocco travel warning after more than a decade

The move follows the agreement to normalize ties signed between Israel and Morocco in December of last year.

Flying to Morocco? Pay a new tax on kosher food

President of Morocco's Jewish community forces hotels in the country to pay four-euro tax for each Jewish tourist interested in kosher food.

Morocco to review cooperation treaties with Israel

Moroccan government to review and ratify two bilateral cooperation treaties signed during Foreign Minister Yair Lapid's visit.

El Al signs agreement for direct flights to Morocco

El Al to launch direct flights to Rabat, Morocco. 'Proud to serve as an air bridge to an important country,' El Al CEO says.

David Govrin nominated as Israel’s ambassador to Morocco

Govrin has until now served as Israel’s charge d’affaires in Morocco.