Diverse Events Occupy the Moroccan Scene: From Security Raids to Public Protests

Various Moroccan cities have witnessed a series of diverse events in recent days, ranging from security operations to social issues and public protests.

In Marrakech, the anti-gang unit of the Security Department successfully raided two cafes, one on Allal El Fassi Street and the other in the Southern Mohammadi district. Individuals were caught engaging in unauthorized horse race betting and were placed under custody for investigation.

In another development, the deteriorating health condition of a group of unemployed degree holders on hunger strike in Ba Mohamed village in Taounate province has raised concern among some political bodies, who called for urgent solutions to the unemployment problem in the region.

In Beni Mellal, police were alerted after a body was found in one of the shacks in the old market. An investigation has been opened to determine the circumstances of the death.

The community of Sidi M’hamed Belhassan in Taounate province witnessed a protest in front of the provincial headquarters, with residents demanding drinking water supply amidst a severe heatwave.

In a separate case, the Court of First Instance in Marrakech convicted a person involved in assaulting a muezzin who was trying to prevent a group of drunk youths from making noise near the mosque.

In a tragic incident in Azilal province, a young woman lost her life after being accidentally shot by her brother’s hunting rifle, which he was using to confront an attacking wolf.

Finally, sources from the Casablanca City Council revealed that the delay in operating the third and fourth tram lines is due to over 200 technical observations requiring attention, with service expected to officially launch next September.

These diverse events reflect security, social, and economic challenges faced by various Moroccan regions, calling for concerted efforts to address them.

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