One of Africa’s longest-simmering conflicts erupts back into the open.
Tag: Morocco
Morocco Launches Military Operation in Western Sahara Buffer Zone
The growing tensions in the disputed territory threaten the fragile truce that has been in place there since 1991.
‘It’s a Joy for Me to Bury Them’: A Quest to Honor Migrant Dead
Boubacar Wann Diallo is devoted to determining the names and origins of corpses that wash up on Morocco’s shores and to giving them a decent final resting place.
Dozens of Gay Men Are Outed in Morocco as Photos Are Spread Online
The idea was to show the hypocrisy of Moroccan society by showing how many gay men are living quietly in straight society. It backfired badly.
‘None of Us Saw It Ending This Way’: Peace Corps Volunteers Evacuate Abruptly
When the agency suspended all operations for the first time in its history, more than 7,000 volunteers in about 60 countries packed their bags, said their goodbyes and rushed to get home.
They Went Abroad to Study. Now They Are Stranded.
As borders closed and airlines canceled flights, the biggest lesson for many Americans studying abroad was this: You’re on your own.
Americans Stranded in Morocco Begin to Fly Home
After a public outcry, the American government arranged flights for travelers with no way home from Morocco.
Americans Stranded Abroad: ‘I Feel Completely Abandoned’
When travel restrictions abruptly were put into place, thousands had no way to get home from Morocco and other countries. And Americans say the government is not helping.
A Sculptor’s Marrakesh Estate, Filled With Whimsical Artwork
Jean-François Fourtou, known for his sculptures of animals, has channeled his creative energy to his 25-acre property in Morocco.
A Victim Not Only of Unjust Laws, but of ‘Unjust Authorities’
An investigative reporter from a prominent Moroccan family was wrongly accused of having had an abortion. Now she wants to hold officials’ feet to the fire.