The Kingdom of Morocco firmly condemned the breach of the ceasefire and the resumption of Israeli attacks against civilians in Gaza on March 20, 2025. During a press conference concluding the African Union Peace and Security Council ministerial meeting, Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita, articulated the nation's official position. He described the situation in Gaza as 'grave and very concerning'. The recent Israeli aggressions have left hundreds of victims in their wake, prompting Bourita to stress that such acts are 'unacceptable and condemnable', and that they seriously obstruct the path to peace in the region.
Bourita further highlighted that King Mohammed VI, the Chairman of the Al-Quds Committee, has consistently maintained that a lasting ceasefire is essential for forthcoming stages of peace talks. He asserted that the ceasefire should not be subject to narrow calculations or bargaining. 'All parties involved must initially work towards stabilizing the ceasefire before proceeding to subsequent phases,' Bourita noted during the press conference.
The ongoing violence in Gaza, characterized by a severe humanitarian crisis, has drawn significant attention and alarm. Bourita elaborated on the gravity of the situation, referring specifically to the Israeli government's recent actions as a severe breach of peace efforts. In his speech, he lamented the failure to advance towards the second and third stages of the ceasefire agreement due to aggressive Israeli policies, such as the deliberate interruption of humanitarian aid.
Such policies, Bourita remarked, have created a dire situation in Gaza, challenging humanity's conscience and violating international laws. He pointed out that the last eighteen months have seen an alarming increase in casualties among innocent civilians, particularly children and women, alongside the destruction of homes and widespread starvation.
While Morocco has established diplomatic ties with Israel and signed military collaboration agreements since 2020, this relationship has not hindered the country's condemnation of actions that endanger lives in Gaza. Bourita, speaking on behalf of King Mohammed VI, reiterated support for the ceasefire, indicating it is a precursor to possible future dialogues aimed at lasting peace.
In his address, Bourita also denounced Israel's 'serious and very concerning' policy of hunger against the Palestinian population in Gaza, highlighting the critical situation exacerbated by continued blockades preventing humanitarian assistance. He underscored that a comprehensive and permanent horizon of peace can only emerge through a two-state solution, emphasizing the birth of a Palestinian state on the borders established in June 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
Marrakech’s dictation of peace in the realm of international discourse on this conflict calls for all parties to collaborate decisively to ensure humanitarian relief reaches those in need swiftly. As the Israeli government continues to violate ceasefire terms, international voices urge for an immediate cessation of violence and a restored commitment to diplomatic discussions that prioritize peace and the dignity of human rights.
In light of the mounting casualties in Gaza, Morocco remains resolute in its belief that establishing crucial dialogues rooted in empathy, understanding, and respect for sovereignty must prevail over cycles of violence. The appeal for humanitarian assistance and a definitive ceasefire continues to gain momentum, with the Moroccan government asserting a clear stance against injustice faced by civilians caught in this longstanding conflict.
As the international community watches closely, the emphasis remains on constructive dialogue and unity among nations in the pursuit of a just and sustainable resolution to the conflicts that plague the Palestinian territories.
