# Moroccan political controversy over audio leak

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> Updated: 2026-08-28T22:07:00.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

A leaked audio recording attributed to Rachid Talbi Alami, President of the Moroccan House of Representatives and a leader in the National Rally of Independents (RNI), has caused political controversy ahead of the 2026 legislative elections. In the recording, Talbi Alami criticized Fouzi Lekjaa, the Minister of Budget, accusing him of using “intimidation and inducement” to recruit candidates from the RNI for the upcoming elections.

In response to the leak, Prime Minister and RNI leader Aziz Akhannouch defended the privacy of political party discussions. Speaking in Oujda, Akhannouch characterized political offices as constitutional institutions where free debate is necessary and warned that such leaks threaten the integrity of political practice. He supported Talbi Alami, asserting that the remarks reflected a reality known to the public.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-28: Aziz Akhannouch defends party privacy following political leaks

Moroccan PM Aziz Akhannouch defended the privacy of party discussions following leaks involving Rachid Talbi Alami, while highlighting economic growth and inflation reduction.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/aziz-akhannouch-defends-party-privacy-following-political-leaks

### 2026-08-26: Rachid Talbi Alami audio leak sparks Moroccan political controversy

A leaked audio recording of Moroccan House of Representatives President Rachid Talbi Alami criticizes Fouzi Lekjaa for allegedly using intimidation to recruit political candidates ahead of the 2026 elections.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rachid-talbi-alami-audio-leak-sparks-moroccan-political-controversy

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