Partial solar eclipse visible across Morocco; citizens document the phenomenon

A partial solar eclipse graced the skies of Morocco on Wednesday evening, captivating observers across numerous regions with varying levels of the sun's disk obscured by the moon.

In the capital city of Rabat, dozens of Moroccan citizens and foreign tourists congregated near the Mausoleum of Mohammed V to witness the celestial event. The eclipse began around 6:47 PM, reaching its peak intensity at approximately 7:30 PM before concluding shortly before sunset. Attendees shared specialized viewing glasses to ensure safe observation of the phenomenon.

As the moon gradually moved across the sun's face, it was estimated to cover up to 88% of the solar disk in some areas. Cloud cover intermittently hindered visibility for some observers, according to Hespress's direct coverage. However, when the clouds parted, a striking sight emerged in the western sky: the sun appeared as an inverted crescent, a spectacle that drew considerable attention, particularly from children accompanied by their parents.

Moroccans observed the eclipse in various parts of the country, with the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region experiencing a higher percentage of obscuration compared to other regions. Meanwhile, total solar eclipses were observed in northern Russia, Europe, Spain, Greenland, Iceland, and other global locations, as shown in live feeds from NASA and international observatories.