Morocco crowned Arab Cup champions after epic final VS. Jordan
DOHA, Dec 18 (KUNA) -- Morocco's national football squad defeated Jordan 3-2 in an epic final of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 on Thursday night.The thrilling game, hosted at Lusail Stadium, went into extra-time after the original time ended in a 2-2 draw.Oussama Tannane put the Atlas Lions in the l»»»
AFC president praises Qatar’s organisation of FIFA Arab Cup 2025
DOHA: Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has praised Qatar's organisation of the FIFA Arab Cup 2025, saying the tournament was delivered to the highest international standards. In a statement, Sheikh Salman said Qatar's strong organisation, modern infr»»»
Amir crowns FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 winners Morocco
His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani attended the closing ceremony of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 at Lusail Stadium on Thursday evening. The closing ceremony was attended by HH Personal Representative of HH the Amir, Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani, HH Sheik»»»
Hamed Allah has last word as Morocco clinch epic final
Tribune News Network Doha The FIFA Arab Cup ended on the highest of notes as Morocco fought back to defeat Jordan 3-2 in a thrilling final in front of a capacity crowd at the Lusail Stadium on Thursday night. It was another spectacular decider at the venue which staged the epic FIFA World Cup Qatar»»»
Interior minister reviews ties with Morocco, US officials
QNA Doha Minister of Interior, Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya), and Chairman of the Security Committee HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani met with Secretary of Homeland Security of the United States of America Kristi Noem at the National Command Centre (NCC) on Thu»»»
Amir stresses FIFA Arab Cup embodied feelings of fraternity, respect
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani stressed that the FIFA Arab Cup embodied feelings of fraternity and respect, voicing his pride in the tournament's excellent organization and outstanding sporting performance. In a post on his official X account on Thursday, HH the Amir voice»»»
Amir stresses FIFA Arab Cup embodied feelings of fraternity, respect
DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani stressed that the FIFA Arab Cup embodied feelings of fraternity and respect, voicing his pride in the tournament's excellent organization and outstanding sporting performance. In a post on his official X account on Th»»»
Morocco edge Jordan in extra time thriller to claim FIFA Arab Cup title
Doha: Coach Tariq Sektioui sank to his knees, bowing in prostration, while jubilant players clung to one another in a mix of relief and euphoria as Morocco clinched the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 title with a thrilling 3-2 extra-time victory over Jordan in a rollercoaster final. Hana Ramadan/The Peni»»»
Hamed Allah has last word as Morocco clinch epic final
DOHA: The FIFA Arab Cupended on the highest of notes as Morocco fought back to defeat Jordan 3-2 in a thrilling final in front of a capacity crowd at Lusail Stadium. It was another spectacular decider at the venue which staged the epic FIFA World Cup 2022final. Oussama Tannane gave Morocco the lead»»»
EU to Slash Asylum Cases from 7 Nations Deemed Safe
The European Union on Thursday said it would drastically reduce asylum claims from seven nations in Africa, the Middle East and Asia by considering them safe countries of origin, prompting widespread outrage from human rights groups on International Migrants' Day. An agreement between European Parl»»»
Interior minister meets Moroccan counterpart
DOHA: Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, has held talks with HE Minister of Interior of the Kingdom of Morocco, Abdelouafi Laftit, in Doha. During the meeting at the National Command Center (NCC), the two si»»»
FIFA cancels UAE vs Saudi Arabia match: Arab Cup third-place playoff
Dubai: The UAE Football Association announced that the third-place playoff between the UAE national team and Saudi Arabia at the Arab Cup in Doha was officially cancelled on Friday by decision of FIFA, after severe storms and heavy rainfall left the pitch at Khalifa International Stadium unplayable»»»
Live Updates: Jordan vs Morocco (FIFA Arab Cup Final)
The final day of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 is here, featuring two decisive clashes as Saudi Arabia faces the UAE in the third-place playoff, before Jordan and Morocco battle it out under the lights in the grand final. Who will finish strong, and who will lift the trophy tonight at Lusail? ⚽⚽ Sta»»»
Morocco, Jordan eye FIFA Arab Cup glory
DOHA: Under the bright lights of the iconic Lusail Stadium, an irresistible finale awaits as free-scoring Jordan take on Morocco’s rock-solid defence in a thrilling Asia-Africa showdown tonight, with both sides chasing the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 glory. Both World Cup-bound teams arrive at the fin»»»
Things to do this weekend in Qatar (December 18-20, 2025)
Doha, Qatar: On this week’s Things To Do This Weekend, a selection of events taking place across Doha this weekend was highlighted, as residents and citizens enjoy a splendid long weekend marked by the Qatar National Day holiday on December 18. Qatar comes alive with cultural festivities, family-fr»»»
Ayed: We’re capable of winning title
Doha, Qatar: Full concentration for 90 minutes has been the hallmark of Jordan’s campaign at the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, helping them register five straight wins, collect maximum points, score 10 goals and concede only two. Jordan’s impressive form prompted Issam Smeeri, one of the standouts from»»»
FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 continues to break records
Doha, Qatar: The semi-finals of the 11th edition of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 lived up to its promise of high-quality matches and enthusiastic crowds, resulting in the well-deserved qualification of the Jordanian and Moroccan national teams for the final, scheduled for Thursday at Lusail Stadium»»»
FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 continues to break records
DOHA: The semi-finals of the 11th edition of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 lived up to its promise of high-quality matches and enthusiastic crowds, resulting in the well-deserved qualification of the Jordanian and Moroccan national teams for the final, scheduled for Thursday at Lusail Stadium. The M»»»
Kuwait sympathizes with Morocco after deadly floods
KUWAIT, Dec 16 (KUNA) -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Tuesday the State of Kuwait's solidarity and sympathy with the Kingdom of Morocco following the deadly floods which swept through the coastal city of Safi, killing dozens of people and leaving many others missing.In a statement, the»»»
Sawiris eyes management of three Egyptian airports
Egyptian billionaire businessman Naguib Sawiris said he is interested in managing and operating three Egyptian airports, as the government moves ahead with plans to open airport operations to private-sector participation. Speaking on Tuesday at the Conference on the Competitiveness of the Egyptian »»»
Kuwait PM condoles with Morocco over floods victims
KUWAIT, Dec 16 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah sent on Tuesday a cable to King Mohammad VI, of Morocco, to express heartfelt condolences over the victims of the floods in the City of Safi. (pickup previous) hm»»»
Kuwait Amir condoles with Moroccan King over flood victims
KUWAIT, Dec 16 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Tuesday a cable of condolences to King Mohammad VI, of Morocco, over the victims of the recent flooding in Safi city.In the cable, His Highness the Amir expressed heartfelt sympathy with the families of »»»
Kuwait Crown Prince condoles with Morocco over floods victims
KUWAIT, Dec 16 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah sent on Tuesday a cable of condolences to King Mohammad VI of Morocco over the victims of the floods that engulfed the City of Safi.His Highness the Crown Prince prayed to Allah, the Almighty, to bestow his»»»
Amir sends condolences to King of Morocco
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of condolences to HM King Mohammed VI of the Kingdom of Morocco over the victims of the floods that struck the city of Safi, wishing the injured a swift recovery.»»»
Amir sends condolences to king of Morocco
DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent a cable of condolences to HM King Mohammed VI of the Kingdom of Morocco over the victims of the floods that struck the city of Safi, wishing the injured a swift recovery.»»»
Qatar expresses solidarity with Morocco in confronting effects of floods
DOHA: The State of Qatar expressed its full solidarity with the Kingdom of Morocco in the face of the devastating floods that struck the coastal city of Safi, resulting in deaths and injuries. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs extended Qatar's condolences to the fami»»»
Qatar expresses solidarity with Morocco following impact of floods
Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar expresses its full solidarity with the sisterly Kingdom of Morocco following the floods that struck the coastal city of Safi, resulting in deaths and injuries. The Ministry conveys the State of Qatar’s condolences to the families of the victims, as well as to the gov»»»
Royal Air Maroc to start flights from Casablanca to Tripoli’s Mitiga airport in April 2026
According to Morocco’s state news outlet SNRT News, Royal Air Maroc announced yesterday that it will start flights from Casablanca to Tripoli’s Mitiga airport in April 2026. Tickets for these new routes will be on sale from 15 December on the Royal Air Maroc website, via the company’s call centers »»»
Passionate fans light up FIFA Arab Cup semi-finals
Doha, Qatar: Supporters from across the region turned out in full force to cheer on their teams during the FIFA Arab Cup semi-finals at Al Bayt and Khalifa International Stadiums. Jordanian and Saudi fans filled the stands with vibrant chants, colourful banners, and unyielding energy, creating an e»»»
Qatar’s sustainability vision finds parallel in the north: Idris Nechirvan Barzani positions Kurdistan as rising player in regional clean energy
A new stage of development is taking shape in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, where rural communities that once struggled with basic services are now beginning to rely on clean energy. Much of this progress is being driven by Idris Nechirvan Barzani and the Rwanga Foundation. Their projects are givin»»»
Dominant Morocco thrash UAE to reach final
Doha, Qatar: Morocco booked their place in the FIFA Arab Cup final in style, securing a dominant 3-0 win over the United Arab Emirates at the Khalifa International Stadium yesterday. Morocco struck at key moments, with Karim El Berkaoui opening the scoring in the 28th minute. Ashraf El Mahdioui dou»»»
Torrential Rains and Flash Floods Kill 37 in Moroccan City of Safi
Floods triggered by torrential rains have killed at least 37 people in the Moroccan coastal city of Safi, the Interior Ministry said Monday. Authorities said heavy rain and flash floods overnight inundated about 70 homes and businesses and swept away 10 vehicles. The Interior Ministry reported 14 p»»»
Deadly flash floods in Moroccan coastal town of Safi after heavy rainfall
Flash-flooding caused by sudden rain storms killed at least 37 people in the Moroccan coastal town of Safi on Sunday, local authorities said, doubling an earlier toll. The downpour in Safi province, around 300 kilometres (186 miles) south of the capital Rabat, caused fierce flooding that damaged ar»»»
It’s Jordan vs Morocco
Tribune News Network Doha Jordan secured a spot in the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 final, beating Saudi Arabia 1-0 at Al Bayt Stadium on Monday night. Jordan will face Morocco in the grand finale, marking the country’s first-ever appearance in an Arab Cup final. In front of 62,825 spectators, Nizar Al Rashd»»»
Qatar’s UN envoy stresses needs to preserve UNCAC achievements
QNA Doha Ambassador of Qatar and its Permanent Representative to the UN and International Organizations in Vienna, HE Jassim Yacoub Al Hammadi, has affirmed the Arab Group’s confirmation of the importance of maintaining the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), the gains the Convent»»»
Jordan edge Saudi Arabia to set up Arab Cup final with Morocco
Doha: Nizar Al Rashdan’s second-half header sent Jordan into the FIFA Arab Cup final as they edged Saudi Arabia 1-0 in a tense semi-final at Al Bayt Stadium on Monday. Jordan, now winning five consecutive matches in Qatar, will face Morocco in Thursday’s much-anticipated final at the iconic Lusail »»»
Jubilant Jordan set up Morocco final showdown
DOHA: Nizar Al Rashdan's brilliant header proved the difference as Jordan dispatched ten-man Saudi Arabia to set up a FIFA Arab Cup battle royale with Morocco. At Al Bayt Stadium, Jordan were without star forward Yazan Al Naimat, who suffered a serious knee injury in the quarter-final victory over »»»
Syria offers condolences to Morocco over flood victims, affirms full solidarity
Damascus, Dec.15 (SANA) The Syrian Arab Republic expressed its sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the brotherly Kingdom of Morocco, its government and people, over the victims of the floods that struck several Moroccan regions, resulting in the death of more than thirty-seven people, in »»»
Atlas Lions down UAE to roar into final
DOHA: Another imperious defensive display from Morocco has secured their passage to the FIFA Arab Cupfinal, as they saw off United Arab Emirates 3-0 at the Khalifa International Stadium. Jordan and Saudi Arabia do battle later in the evening in the second semi-final in Al Bayt. Invariably when Moro»»»
Flash flood kills dozens in Morocco town
Safi: A flash flood in a Moroccan coastal town killed at least 37, local officials said Monday, as search and rescue operations continued. Drought-hit Morocco often faces severe weather, but Sunday’s flooding in Safi is already the deadliest such disaster in at least a decade. A muddy torrent swept»»»
Torrential Rains and Flash Floods Kill 37 in Moroccan City of Safi
Floods triggered by torrential rains have killed at least 37 people in the Moroccan coastal city of Safi, the Interior Ministry said Monday. Authorities said heavy rain and flash floods overnight inundated about 70 homes and businesses and swept away 10 vehicles. The Interior Ministry reported 14 p»»»
Morocco aims to boost legal cannabis farming and tap a global boom
Since he started growing cannabis at 14, Mohamed Makhlouf has lived in the shadows, losing sleep while bracing for a knock on his door from authorities that could mean prison or his entire harvest confiscated. But after decades of operating in secret, Makhlouf finally has gained peace of mind as Mo»»»
Dozens killed in Morocco flash floods
Flash floods have killed at least 37 people in Morocco's coastal Safi region, according to state-owned television. Cars and mounds of rubbish were seen sweeping through the main port city of Safi after torrential rain hit on Sunday. Dozens of people have been receiving treatment in hospital for the»»»
Flash floods kill 37 in Moroccan coastal town
Rabat, Moroco: The death toll from flash floods that hit the Moroccan coastal town of Safi over the weekend rose to 37, local authorities said Monday. "Fourteen people are currently being treated at Mohammed V hospital in Safi, including two in intensive care," local authorities added in their stat»»»
Torrential rains and flash floods kill 37 in Moroccan city of Safi
Floods triggered by torrential rains have killed at least 37 people in the Moroccan coastal city of Safi, the Interior Ministry said Monday. Authorities said heavy rain and flash floods overnight inundated about 70 homes and businesses and swept away 10 vehicles. The Interior Ministry reported 14 p»»»
Morocco, UAE set for tasty Arab Cup semi-final
Doha, Qatar: Morocco face the United Arab Emirates with another Arab Cup final firmly in sight when the two sides meet in the semi-final at the Khalifa International Stadium today. The match kicks off at 5:30pm. While Morocco clinched the title in the 2012 edition, both teams exited at the quarter-»»»
Jordan without star Al Naimat face tough test against Saudi Arabia in semi-final
Doha, Qatar: Coach Jamal Sellami is hoping Jordan - weakened by key injuries - will maintain their momentum in the FIFA Arab Cup as they clash with in-form Saudi Arabia in the semi-final at Al Bayt Stadium tonight. Jordan have been perfect in the tournament so far, dominating their opponents and em»»»
Unbeatable Al Meqbaali stands tall
Doha, Qatar: A champion has yielded its crown, but it’s safe to say it was held on tightly. In the quarter-finals of the FIFA Arab Cup the defending champions Algeria were eliminated after a penalty shootout which saw the United Arab Emirates emerge victorious. The paradox for the Fennecs is that n»»»
There are no easy matches at Arab Cup: Majrashi
Doha, Qatar: Saudi Arabia made a strong start at the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, reaching the quarter-finals with wins over Oman and Comoros, before a disappointing 1-0 loss to Morocco denied them top spot in their group. However, Herve Renard’s players bounced back swiftly in a gruelling contest aga»»»
How Syria's al-Sharaa learned from the failures of Libya and Iraq
It has been a year since the fall of the former Syrian president Bashar al-Assad and the Levantine doomsayers who predicted that it was “Assad or nothing” have been proved wrong. Contrary to their prophecies, Syria has not fractured along ethnic and religious lines. If that was the script, then Syr»»»