Morocco's King Mohammed VI has sent two messages to Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, condemning the recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. The messages, made public by the Royal Cabinet, express the King's great concern and worry over the events. He reaffirmed Morocco's solidarity with Riyadh, emphasizing that the security of Saudi Arabia and other Gulf Cooperation Council countries is inextricably linked to that of Morocco.
The Houthi attacks, which targeted civilian and economic infrastructure, residential areas, and vital installations, were strongly condemned by King Mohammed VI. He also expressed concern over attempts to target the holy cities of Mecca and Medina, which hold significant importance in Islam. The King considered these acts not only an attack on Saudi Arabia and its people but also an affront to the sentiments of Muslims worldwide.
In his messages, King Mohammed VI emphasized the historical ties and strong fraternal bonds between Morocco and Saudi Arabia. He reiterated his condemnation of the attacks, attributing responsibility to the Houthis and those who support, finance, and arm them. The King also stressed that those responsible must be held accountable under international law.
The Royal Cabinet's communiqué highlighted the King's concerns over the attacks, which have far-reaching implications beyond Saudi Arabia. King Mohammed VI noted that the security and stability of Saudi Arabia and other Gulf Cooperation Council countries are crucial to Morocco's own security. He emphasized that any aggression against Saudi Arabia is, in effect, an aggression against Morocco.
King Mohammed VI's messages to the Saudi leaders underscored Morocco's unwavering support for Saudi Arabia in the face of these attacks. The King reaffirmed Morocco's commitment to standing alongside Saudi Arabia, reflecting the deep-rooted ties between the two nations. He expressed his solidarity with the Saudi people and leadership, emphasizing that Morocco will continue to support Saudi Arabia in addressing these challenges.
The attacks have sparked widespread concern across the region, with many countries condemning the Houthi actions. King Mohammed VI's messages to the Saudi leaders reflect Morocco's consistent stance on regional security and stability. The King's emphasis on the interconnectedness of security in the Gulf region highlights Morocco's commitment to cooperation and solidarity with its Arab partners.
Morocco's solidarity with Saudi Arabia has been reaffirmed at a time when the region faces growing security challenges. King Mohammed VI's messages to King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman demonstrate Morocco's ongoing support for Saudi Arabia, underscoring the strong historical and fraternal bonds between the two nations. The King's condemnation of the Houthi attacks and reaffirmation of Morocco's solidarity with Saudi Arabia reflect the two countries' shared commitment to regional stability and security.
Key points
- Morocco's King Mohammed VI condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, reaffirms solidarity with Riyadh
- The attacks targeted civilian and economic infrastructure, residential areas, and vital installations in Saudi Arabia
- King Mohammed VI emphasizes that the security of Saudi Arabia and other Gulf Cooperation Council countries is inextricably linked to that of Morocco
