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Trump gives award to Morocco's king for Israeli normalization

TEHRAN, Jan. 16 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump has awarded a top US honor to King Mohammed VI of Morocco, citing his decision to begin the normalization of relations with the Israeli regime.

Iranian play "Marion" goes on stage at Moroccan festival

TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) – The Iranian play "Marion" directed by Hamed Asgharzadeh was performed in Morocco at the International University Theater Festival of Casablanca.

Kushner leads delegation from US, Zionist regime to Morocco

TEHRAN, Dec. 22 (MNA) – White House senior adviser Jared Kushner led a delegation from the US and the Zionist regime to Morocco.

Moroccan-Israeli tie normalization betrayal of Islamic world

TEHRAN, Dec. 12 (MNA) – The Secretary-General of the World Assembly of Islamic Awakening condemned the normalization of Moroccan relations with the Zionist regime, calling it as a betrayal of the Islamic world.

Russia:

US violates Intl. law regarding Western Sahara

TEHRAN, Dec. 11 (MNA) – Moscow says that the US has violated international law by recognizing Morocco's sovereignty over the disputed region of Western Sahara.

Zionist regime has no place in future of region

TEHRAN, Dec. 11 (MNA) – Iranian Parliament Speaker’s Special Aide for International Affairs said that the Zionist regime has no place in the future of the region.

Morocco-Zionist regime normalization draws vast reactions

TEHRAN, Dec. 11 (MNA) – Palestinian groups condemned the normalization of relations between the Zionist regime and Morocco, calling it an act of betrayal.

Morocco opposes normalizing ties with Zionist regime: PM

TEHRAN, Aug. 24 (MNA) – Moroccan Prime Minister Saad Dine El Otmani on Sunday strongly opposed any normalization of relations with the Zionist regime.

Karate 1-Premier League canceled over Covid-19 concerns

TEHRAN, Mar. 07 (MNA) – The fourth stop of this season’s Karate 1-Premier League which was due to be held in Morocco has been canceled over new coronavirus outbreak concerns.

Iran wins five medals at Karate-1 Premier League

TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) – Iranian karatekas won one gold, one silver and three bronze medals at the third event of Karate-1 Premier League of 2019 held in Rabat, Morocco.

By: Farzad Farhadi

The Arab Spring, 8 years on; from Bouazizi self-immolation to Bread Revolution

TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) – Protests have arisen in Sudan, Tunisia, Morocco, Libya, Lebanon and Jordan this year. This coincides with the eighth anniversary of the Arab Spring revolutions that began in Tunisia on December 17, 2010, leading to the collapse of the ruling regimes in some Arab countries, in particular Egypt.

‘Amir’ to vie at Morocco Film Festival

TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) – Iranian feature movie 'Amir', directed by Nima Eghlima will go on screen at Morocco International Film Festival, which is being held in the capital city of Rabat from Nov.16-22.

Iran denies claim it’s trying to expand influence in Africa

TEHRAN, Sep. 19 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Ministry has rejected the claims made by Morocco regarding Tehran’s attempts to expand its influence in Africa, saying that the relations between the Islamic Republic and the African countries have always been based on mutual respect.

Zarif congratulates Iran Team Melli on 1st victory at World Cup 2018

TEHRAN, Jun. 17 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has felicitated the Iranian people on the national football teams victory over Morocco in its first match in the FIFA World Cup.

Different Iranian officials congratulate national football team's victory over Morocco

TEHRAN, Jun. 16 (MNA) – Several Iranian officials including president, the vice president, the parliament speaker, and the foreign minister have congratulated the nation on the 1-0 Team Melli victory over Morocco in their first match in 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Iran gains great win at World Cup 2018 thanks to Morocco own goal

TEHRAN, Jun. 15 (MNA) – Morocco's Aziz Bouhaddouz scored an own goal past Munir Mohamedi for Iran's first goal during the 2018 World Cup Group B match against Morocco at Saint Petersburg Stadium, Saint Petersburg, Russia, on June 15, 2018.

FM spokesman:

Third parties pushing Morocco to level accusations against Iran

TEHRAN, May 24 (MNA) – In reaction to Moroccan Bourita's interview with Fox News, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman said Thurs. that third parties are pushing the Moroccan authorities to level baseless accusations against the Islamic Republic.

FM spox:

Morocco’s anti-Iran claims only help advance enemies’ goals

TEHRAN, May 16 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman says Morocco’s allegations against Tehran will only play into the hands of the enemies of the Muslim world.

Sahrawi minister:

Morocco’s accusations against Iran linked to Israel, Saudi Arabia

TEHRAN, May 02 (MNA) – Sahrawi Interior Minister Bashir al-Bashir has linked the Morocco’s recent accusations against Iran with Saudi Arabia and Israel, rejecting the claims that Iran financially and logistically supported Polisario.

Spox rejects Moroccan FM claim over Iran’s support for Polisario

TEHRAN, May 02 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has dismissed the Moroccan foreign ministry statement claiming that Iran financially and logistically supported Polisario Front.

Polisario denies has received financial, logistical support from Iran

TEHRAN, May 02 (MNA) – After Morocco announced it will cut ties with Iran over its support for Polisario Front, the Front spokesman has dismissed the Moroccan government accusations against Iran as baseless and fabricated.

‘Bystander’ goes to Morocco’s FUICLA filmfest.  

TEHRAN, Apr. 04 (MNA) – Iranian short animation ‘Bystander’ directed by Sheyda Kashi will vie for top prizes at the 2nd International University Festival Cine-literature of Agadir (FUICLA) in Morocco.

Iran joins Spain, Portugal at FIFA World Cup 2018

TEHRAN, Dec. 01 (MNA) – Iran’s national football team has been seeded against Spain, Portugal and Morocco in Group B of World Cup 2018 to be hosted by Russia.