Moroccan authorities detain human rights activist who accused government of 'blackmailing' France

People walk past Moroccan and French flags on Mohammed V avenue ahead of French president Emmanuel Macron official visit to Morocco, in the capital Rabat, Oct. 28, 2024. French President Emmanuel Macron meets with Moroccans after delivering a speech in the Parliament, in the capital Rabat, Oct. 29, 2024.

A Moroccan economist known for his work defending human rights was detained after criticizing the government in remarks posted on social media during a visit by French President Emmanuel Macron to the North African kingdom.