Morocco's Continued Support for Saudi Arabia
On Thursday, during a significant United Nations Security Council meeting held in New York, Morocco reiterated its unwavering support and solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in light of recent "cowardly" attacks perpetrated by Houthi forces. The Moroccan Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita, conveyed this message on behalf of Morocco, emphasizing the country's strong condemnation of the Houthi assault on the holy city of Mecca. He stated, "We wish to affirm, in the name of the Kingdom of Morocco, our absolute support and solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia against these cowardly attacks executed by the Houthis."
Bourita underlined Morocco's endorsement of all measures taken by Saudi Arabia to safeguard its territory and ensure the safety of its citizens. He pointed out that the Houthi attempts to gain control over the Bab el-Mandeb strait serve as a stark reminder that the security of international straits is now threatened not only by states but also by non-state actors. This reality necessitates a reevaluation of the approaches adopted by the international community concerning maritime security.
International Maritime Security Challenges
Moreover, during the meeting themed "Safe Seas, Common Security: Protecting Freedom of Navigation in a Changing Security Environment," Bourita highlighted the harsh truth exposed by the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz. He noted that despite the existence of legal frameworks, the international community still lacks effective mechanisms to prevent or manage crises when they arise. This situation was a focal point of the discussions, which included members of the Security Council, UN member states, and experts in the field, all advocating for the urgent reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and a swift resolution to the ongoing crisis in Bab el-Mandeb. The meeting underscored the collective responsibility of nations to ensure maritime safety in increasingly volatile environments.
As reported by hespress.com.
