Morocco's Absence from Joint Statement on Gaza Violations
On Thursday, August 6, 2026, Morocco was notably absent from a joint statement issued by eight Arab and Islamic countries condemning the ongoing Israeli violations in the Gaza Strip. This occurred despite Morocco's earlier affirmation of its commitment to supporting the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people during a ministerial meeting focused on Jerusalem held in Amman, Jordan. The countries that signed the statement included Qatar, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkey, Indonesia, and Pakistan.
The statement sharply criticized the targeting of healthcare facilities, civilian infrastructure, and the casualties among civilians, deeming these acts as serious violations of international law and humanitarian law. It expressed concerns that such actions undermine efforts to establish a ceasefire agreement and pursue a political resolution. The ministers called for the protection of civilians and health and humanitarian workers, urging that medical assistance and supplies be allowed to enter Gaza without obstruction. Furthermore, the statement linked military operations in the region to the escalating violence from settlers and the expansion of Israeli settlements, cautioning against actions that could jeopardize the prospects for a two-state solution.
In addition, the ministers urged the United Nations Security Council and the international community to take concrete actions to compel Israel to respect international law and hold accountable those responsible for the violations. They rejected any attempts to annex Palestinian territories or forcibly displace their inhabitants, reiterating that the establishment of an independent Palestinian state along the borders of June 4, 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital, remains fundamental to any resolution.
This statement comes at a time when the Gaza government media office reported documenting 4,091 Israeli violations of the ceasefire agreement, which has been in effect for 300 days. These violations allegedly resulted in the deaths of 1,254 Palestinians and injuries to 4,121 others, alongside ongoing restrictions on the entry of aid and travel through the Rafah crossing.
Moroccan Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi reaffirmed the kingdom's commitment to supporting the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people and the establishment of an independent state along the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital during the ministerial meeting in Amman. He emphasized his rejection of the Israeli aggressions taking place in Jerusalem, the West Bank, and Gaza, highlighting Morocco's role, led by King Mohammed VI, as the head of the Al-Quds Committee, through diplomatic efforts and projects by the Bayt Mal Al-Quds Asharif Agency to support the residents of the holy city.
As reported by lakome2.com.
