“Ikram Nazih was released today in Morocco.” The Farnesina made the announcement of the release of the 23-year-old Italian-Moroccan girl – imprisoned in Rabat (Morocco) since June after a conviction for offenses against religion for sharing a satirical cartoon on Facebook.
«I want to thank the Italian Ambassador to Morocco Armando Barucco and the Undersecretary Enzo Amendola for the commitment they have dedicated to the cause. Together we have followed the story from the first moment, having at heart only the well-being of our compatriot, in full respect of the work of the Moroccan institutions and justice »said Foreign Minister Luigi Di Maio.
“In the appeal process, the reasons of the defense were heard and, thanks to the excellent institutional collaboration with the local authorities, Ikram will be released from prison. In recent weeks we have worked together with our ambassador in Rabat Armando Barucco, at the Consulate and in concert with Minister Di Maio and the Farnesina. In August, I followed the case personally, speaking with interested parties and visiting Ikram Nzihi at the place of detention. Our compatriot is fine, my best wishes go to her and her family. The solid relations between Italy and Morocco continue, the result of a strategic partnership, ”explained the Undersecretary for European Affairs Enzo Amendola in Marrakech, on the sidelines of the appeal hearing against the 23-year-old student.
Deputy Foreign Minister: “The news fills us with joy”
“The news of the imminent release of Ikram Nzihi fills us with joy. The Farnesina has followed each step without too much fuss, as is right to do in cases like these. I am very happy for her and for her family, who will finally be able to embrace again. I would like to thank the Moroccan authorities, Ambassador Barucco and the Consul General who have worked in every way for this result, also with the precious support of Enzo Amendola, friend and connoisseur of Morocco ». The Deputy Foreign Minister Marina Sereni said so.
The Pd: “Now Zaki”
«Good news and an excellent job» writes the secretary of the Democratic Party, on Twitter, Enrico Letta while the deputy dem Filippo Sensi: «« Italy that works and asserts itself, thanks Vincenzo Amendola. We now have a question to resolve in Egypt. Free Patrici Zaki »