King Mohammed VI of Morocco has appointed Fatima Zahra El Mansouri as the country’s first female Prime Minister, marking a historic moment for the nation. This royal appointment breaks longstanding barriers to women holding high office in Morocco. However, the move also reveals deep societal reservations and conservative mindsets regarding female leadership in positions of power. The appointment follows a September parliamentary session. The selection of El Mansouri initiates a period of scrutiny regarding Morocco’s progression towards gender equality. Simultaneously, the US Supreme Court recently dismissed an appeal from the mastermind of the 9/11 attacks. This dual news cycle highlights both progressive steps within Morocco and international legal proceedings.