Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states expressed deep appreciation to King Mohammed VI for Morocco’s “sincere and active solidarity” following days of attacks by the Iranian regime, praising the Kingdom’s stance as a reaffirmation of close and historic ties between Rabat and Gulf capitals.
The remarks were delivered during the 8th Morocco–GCC Joint Ministerial Meeting held by videoconference, attended by Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, GCC Secretary‑General Jassem Mohammed Al‑Budaiwi and ministers from the six Gulf states.
Gulf officials said Morocco’s support, spearheaded by the King, came at a sensitive moment marked by what they described as unjustified Iranian military escalation and repeated infringements on the sovereignty of GCC member states.
They stressed that Morocco’s position reflects “the strength of brotherly relations” and the “special personal bonds” linking the King with Gulf rulers.
They also highlighted the diplomatic initiative undertaken by King Mohammed VI at the start of the escalation.
The King had called the UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, and Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
According to GCC ministers, the King’s outreach demonstrated Morocco’s readiness to stand by Gulf partners and support any legitimate steps they deem necessary to safeguard their security and the safety of their citizens.
Morocco’s foreign ministry has condemned in the strongest terms the Iranian attacks on Gulf states and expressed steadfast solidarity with Gulf monarchies.
Few days ago, foreign minister Nasser Bourita echoed Morocco’s stance during a recent Arab League virtual session, reiterating that Gulf security is “inseparable from Morocco’s security.”