On September 14, 2026, Morocco has expressed interest in acquiring new Israeli defense systems, continuing its military cooperation with Israel that started to strengthen following the normalization of relations in December 2020. According to the Israeli Ministry of Defense, a list of requested defense equipment from Morocco is currently under review, following the significant $500 million Barak MX contract established in 2022.
The detailed nature of the requested systems, including their quantities and the financial implications of this new procurement, have yet to be disclosed. Neither Moroccan officials nor Israeli defense industries have announced any new contracts at this point. This ongoing acquisition process highlights Morocco's commitment to enhancing its defense capabilities, particularly after previously securing the Barak MX system from Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI). The Barak MX, a multi-layer air defense system, is designed to intercept a variety of aerial threats, including aircraft, helicopters, drones, and both cruise and ballistic missiles, and is now operational in Morocco following its phased delivery starting in 2023.
Review of New Procurement List in Israel
In addition to the Barak MX, Morocco had also procured the SkyLock anti-drone system in 2021, which is aimed at detecting and neutralizing unauthorized drones near sensitive installations. This series of acquisitions corresponds with a deepening military relationship after Morocco and Israel resumed diplomatic ties. Looking ahead, the collaboration may extend beyond mere imports. IAI is set to participate in the upcoming Marrakech Airshow from October 7 to 10, where the company intends to forge industrial partnerships and transfer certain technologies to Morocco. During this event, IAI plans to showcase various missiles, drones, and air defense solutions, further solidifying its commitment to supporting Morocco's defense modernization efforts.
As reported by bladi.net.
