Moroccan king pardons Senegalese fans jailed over chaotic Africa Cup final

Morocco's King has granted an official pardon to 18 Senegalese soccer fans jailed over hooliganism linked to a chaotic Africa Cup of Nations final. The fans were sentenced to prison terms of up to a year on charges including damaging sporting facilities and committing violence. The pardon was granted for humanitarian reasons, citing the long-standing fraternal ties between Morocco and Senegal, and on the occasion of Eid al-Adha. The fans were convicted of offenses committed during Africa Cup of Nations competitions.