Moroccan King Mohammed VI has sent letters to Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, expressing his solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia following recent attacks by Houthi militias. The letters emphasized the strong historical, religious, and fraternal ties between Morocco and Saudi Arabia. King Mohammed VI highlighted the importance of standing together in the face of these threats to defend the rights, sovereignty, and security of the nation.

The Moroccan King expressed his deep concern and anxiety over the repeated attacks on Saudi Arabia, which have targeted civilian and economic facilities, as well as vital infrastructure. He specifically mentioned the targeting of residential areas, including the holy cities of Mecca and Medina. These attacks, King Mohammed VI stated, not only threaten the security and stability of the Saudi people but also affect over 1.8 billion Muslims worldwide.

King Mohammed VI strongly condemned the Houthi militias' actions, stressing that these attacks are not only an aggression against Saudi Arabia and its people but also against the millions of pilgrims who visit the country. He emphasized that Morocco stands in full solidarity with Saudi Arabia in the face of these terrorist threats. The King reiterated Morocco's commitment to standing alongside Saudi Arabia against the threats posed by terrorist and separatist militias and regional actors that support them.

The letters sent by King Mohammed VI to King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reflect Morocco's firm stance in support of Saudi Arabia's security and stability. The Moroccan monarch emphasized that the responsibility to defend the nation and its people is a sacred duty. He also underlined the importance of cooperation and coordination between countries to combat terrorism and extremism.

The recent Houthi attacks have raised concerns about regional security and stability. The attacks have been widely condemned by the international community, which has called for an end to the violence and a return to peaceful negotiations. Morocco's expression of solidarity with Saudi Arabia comes at a time when the region is facing numerous challenges, including the threat of terrorism and the need for economic development.

King Mohammed VI's letters to King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman demonstrate the strong bilateral relations between Morocco and Saudi Arabia. The two countries have a long history of cooperation and coordination on regional and international issues. Morocco's support for Saudi Arabia in the face of Houthi attacks reflects the deep historical and cultural ties between the two nations.

The solidarity expressed by King Mohammed VI with Saudi Arabia is a testament to the strong bonds of friendship and cooperation between the two countries. Morocco's commitment to standing alongside Saudi Arabia in the face of terrorist threats underscores the importance of regional cooperation and coordination to address common challenges. The international community has welcomed Morocco's expression of solidarity with Saudi Arabia, calling for continued cooperation and coordination to combat terrorism and promote regional stability.

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  • Morocco's King Mohammed VI sent letters to Saudi King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, expressing solidarity with Saudi Arabia after recent Houthi attacks.

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