Situation of Maati Monjib - Q&A - From the press briefing (Jan, 12. 2021)

Q: The French-Moroccan historian and human rights defender Maati Monjib was arrested on December 29 in Rabat on accusations of money laundering, which he strongly denies. His support committee, which demands his immediate release, has issued a call to France. Are you dealing with this matter and do you have any comment on his arrest?

A: Our diplomatic and consular offices in Rabat are closely monitoring the situation of Mr. Monjib, who was arrested in connection with a Moroccan legal proceeding.