A group called "Atlas Hacks" has released the first part of a conversation between Moroccan journalist Rida Tawjini and Al Mahdi Hijjawi, a former employee of the external intelligence agency who was dismissed. The leak appears to confirm Tawjini's recent claims that Hijjawi did not consider Giraud a partner or ally, but rather a tool to be used for his own purposes and then discarded.
In the conversation, Hijjawi described Giraud as "a donkey and a madman", highlighting his limited understanding and ease of manipulation. This description was not an offhand remark, but rather a recurring assessment that was also revealed in Tawjini's own account. According to Tawjini, Hijjawi would provide Giraud with information in public, only to insult him behind his back with severe criticism.
The conversation has brought back to the forefront previous recordings of Hijjawi that included insults and rumors targeting the royal institution, including King Mohammed VI and Crown Prince Moulay Hassan. Giraud had published these allegations on his platforms, while Hijjawi denied responsibility for them in his communication with Tawjini, presenting himself as a defender of the nation and the monarchy.
The most concerning aspect of the conversations, according to the group and Tawjini's previous account, is that Hijjawi did not have a loyal relationship with Giraud, but was rather seeking a personal exit with state officials. The proposal, as reported by Tawjini, involved a clear exchange: delivering Giraud after luring him in, in exchange for settling his own situation and obtaining a "green light".
In this context, Hijjawi discussed scenarios to lure Giraud into countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, or African nations under the guise of a commercial deal. Tawjini also mentioned what he called "Operation Saad Lamjarred", a proposal attributed to Hijjawi to exploit Giraud's weaknesses and implicate him in a fabricated sexual assault case with the aim of imprisoning him.
The leaked conversation has sparked significant attention in Morocco, with many questioning the extent of Hijjawi's influence and the potential consequences for those involved. The situation remains unclear, with no official comment from the authorities or the individuals involved.
The case has raised concerns about the use of manipulation and deceit in the pursuit of personal interests, as well as the potential for foreign interference in Moroccan affairs. As the situation continues to unfold, it is likely that more information will come to light about the complex relationships between the individuals involved.
Key points
- A leaked conversation between Moroccan journalist Rida Tawjini and former intelligence officer Al Mahdi Hijjawi reveals Hijjawi's contempt for French individual Hicham Giraud.
- The conversation suggests that Hijjawi was seeking a personal exit with state officials by delivering Giraud.
- The case has raised concerns about the use of manipulation and deceit in the pursuit of personal interests and potential foreign interference in Moroccan affairs.
