Professional unions argue that the new law regulating the legal profession gives Aziz Akhannouch's government greater control over the profession and diminishes its independence.

Morocco’s Justice and Development Party is facing a fierce campaign from its opponents, who are attempting to turn state institutions and public opinion against it by leveling accusations against its leadership and political project.

Following a string of arrests of mayors of CHP-run municipalities on charges of corruption, the CHP has escalated calls for an early election.

Morocco’s new electoral laws, designed to bar corrupt or prosecuted candidates, have sparked debate over their impact on integrity versus constitutional rights and fairness.

“Pro-Israel” voices in Morocco have attacked Benkirane and others backing Iran against Israeli aggression, exposing sharp rifts over patriotism and normalization.