On September 26, 2026, King Mohammed VI of Morocco sent two letters to Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, expressing Morocco's unwavering solidarity with Saudi Arabia in the face of repeated attacks on its civilian, economic, and vital installations. The King emphasized that the security and stability of Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are inextricably linked to Morocco's own security.
The attacks, carried out by Houthi militias, have targeted not only Saudi Arabia's infrastructure but also its sacred sites, including Mecca and Medina. King Mohammed VI expressed his deep concern and condemnation of these actions, which he described as a breach of international law and a threat to global peace and security. He stressed that these attacks are not only an affront to Saudi Arabia but also to the entire Muslim world.
The Moroccan monarch reaffirmed his country's commitment to standing alongside Saudi Arabia in the face of these threats, citing the historical, cultural, and religious ties between the two nations. He emphasized that defending Saudi Arabia's interests is synonymous with defending Morocco's own strategic interests. King Mohammed VI also reiterated Morocco's support for a united stance against terrorism and aggression.
The King's letters also highlighted the need for the international community to hold those responsible for these attacks accountable. He pointed out that the continued targeting of civilian areas, economic installations, and sacred sites constitutes a grave breach of international humanitarian law and UN resolutions. King Mohammed VI called for the implementation of relevant UN Security Council resolutions, including Resolution 2216 (2015) and Resolution 2722 (2024).
In a strong statement, King Mohammed VI asserted that Morocco considers the security and stability of Saudi Arabia and the GCC countries to be an integral part of its own national security. He vowed that any attack on Saudi Arabia would be regarded as an attack on Morocco itself. This stance reflects the long-standing bilateral relations and shared strategic interests between Morocco and Saudi Arabia.
The King's message also touched on the broader implications of these attacks, which threaten not only regional stability but also global security and economic interests. He noted that the targeting of vital maritime routes and economic installations has far-reaching consequences for international trade and navigation. Morocco's solidarity with Saudi Arabia is therefore not only a matter of bilateral relations but also a question of regional and global security.
In conclusion, King Mohammed VI's letters to the Saudi leadership underscore Morocco's unwavering commitment to its strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia. The two countries share a deep understanding of the security challenges facing the region and are united in their determination to counter terrorism and aggression. As the situation continues to unfold, Morocco's position remains clear: the security of Saudi Arabia and the GCC countries is a vital component of Morocco's own national security.
Key points
- Morocco's King Mohammed VI reaffirms solidarity with Saudi Arabia in the face of Houthi attacks.
- The King's letters emphasize the integral link between Saudi Arabia's security and Morocco's own national security.
- Morocco calls for international accountability and implementation of UN resolutions to address the attacks.
