Morocco

Remains of second US soldier recovered after Morocco accident

US and Moroccan forces recover the remains of Spc. Mariyah Collington after a fatal cliff fall.

Remains of missing US soldier recovered in Morocco

US forces recover the body of 1st Lt. Kendrick Key, killed during military exercises in Morocco, as search for a second soldier continues.

After Indonesia:

Morocco to send soldiers to Gaza for multinational force

Morocco, along with Greece and Albania, is in advanced talks with the United States to send soldiers to Gaza, with the base for the foreign forces to be established between Rafah and Khan Yunis.

Morocco’s King joins Trump’s new 'Board of Peace'

Morocco’s King Mohammed VI accepts Trump’s invitation to join the new “Board of Peace" founded as part of Trump’s Gaza peace plan.

First time since October 7:

Morocco resumes flights to Israel

The decision follows discussions between Transportation Minister Miri Regev and her Moroccan counterpart, and was approved by aviation authorities in both countries.

The Autonomy Precedent:

How Morocco’s model can secure Israel’s future and US interests

The same pragmatic diplomacy that secured Morocco’s Sahara should now be used to secure Israel’s heartland. Opinion.

Trump reaffirms:

US recognizes Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara

President Trump reaffirms US recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara, calling Rabat’s autonomy plan the only viable solution to the conflict.

Rabat:

Tens of thousands denounce Morocco-Israel normalization

Tens of thousands march in Rabat, protesting Gaza's humanitarian crisis and demanding Morocco reverse its normalization with Israel amid growing unrest over the ongoing war.

Israeli forces join military drill in Morocco amid Gaza conflict

In a rare public display of cooperation, Israeli troops participate in Africa's largest military exercise alongside Arab states, as Morocco showcases diplomatic ties with Israel despite regional tensions.

Morocco:

Protesters rally against ship carrying F-35 parts to Israel

Over 1,000 demonstrators gather in Moroccan port city of Tangier to oppose the arrival of a ship reportedly transporting parts for American-made F-35 fighter jets destined for Israel.

Morocco:

Protest condemns Israel’s Gaza operation and US policy

Tens of thousands rally in Morocco’s capital to denounce Israel’s military campaign in Gaza and criticize US involvement. Protesters call for an end to the war and express anger over Morocco’s ties with Israel.

Morocco:

Islamist activist sentenced for praising Tel Aviv stabbing

Moroccan Islamist activist sentenced to two years in prison for incitement to hatred over social media posts glorifying a stabbing attack in Israel.

Morocco busts ISIS-linked cell planning terror attacks

Moroccan authorities reveal that a dozen individuals were arrested who were allegedly plotting attacks on behalf of ISIS in the Sahel.

Bodies of Morocco crash victims arrive in Israel

The bodies of the five Israelis who were killed in a car accident in Morocco arrived in Israel and were brought to Meron and Tzfat for burial.

Morocco tragedy:

'His wife thought he was about to knock on the door'

The brother-in-law of one of the victims of the fatal car accident in Morocco recounted: 'He was a spiritual man, modest, who would get up in the middle of the night to study Torah.'

Tragedy in Morocco

Five Tzfat residents killed in fatal car accident

The deadly accident took place near the city of Ouarzazate, when a vehicle carrying five Israelis apparently lost control and overturned, killing all of the passengers.

Muslim writer favors Trump and Ben-Gvir's approaches

Amine Ayoub, a Muslim policy writer from Morocco, spoke with Arutz Sheva- Israel National News to speak about his support for Israel.

Morocco:

Tens of thousands protest against Israel in Rabat

Demonstrators waved PLO flags and brandish signs denouncing Morocco's 2020 normalization with Israel, a day before the anniversary of October 7 attack.

Joining the US and Israel

France supports Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara

French President Emmanuel Macron informs Morocco's King Mohammed VI that France supports Morocco’s autonomy plan for the Western Sahara, shifting a decades-old position.

Morocco:

Thousands demonstrate in Tangier, demand end of ties with Israel

Thousands of Moroccans demonstrate in support of the Palestinian Arab people and against Morocco's ties with Israel.

Former Minister Rafi Edri dies at 86

Edri, who served as a member of the Knesset and a minister on behalf of the Labor Party, was known for his ties to his native Morocco and was involved in strengthening ties between the countries.

Uproar in Morocco:

Netanyahu presents map which excludes Western Sahara

Users on social media furious after Netanyahu showed the controversial map on French TV. Foreign Ministry spokesperson: It was a technical error, we apologize.

Rabbis, imams in Morocco:

Rabbis, imams in Morocco: 'Iran trying to create religious war'

Delegations of rabbis, Imams gather for interfaith conference in Morocco, emphasize need for Muslim-Jewish alliances and friendships after October 7.

Morocco:

Protesters demand an end to ties with Israel

Thousands of protesters march in Rabat, demand end to Morocco's ties with Israel due to the Gaza war.

Morocco:

Protesters call for suspension of ties with Israel amid war

Tens of thousands of Moroccans wave PLO flags in demonstration in the country's commercial capital Casablanca.

Morocco earthquake:

Israeli volunteers open medical clinics in remote villages

United Hatzalah opens medical clinics in Atlas Mountains to aid victims of Morocco earthquake.

Earthquake preparedness exercise in northern Israel

The IDF and Israel Dog Unit held a joint exercise today to improve response capabilities in case of an earthquake in Israel.

Young Israelis, Emiratis, Bahrainis, Moroccans meet in DC

Coation of youths from all Abraham Accords nations mark 3rd anniversary of accords, will meet senior US officials.

Moroccan Interior Min.:

Friday earthquake left 2,500 dead, 2,476 injured

Concerns arise that number of dead may surpass Moroccan authorities' current estimates.

Following earthquake:

Minister of Health offers to send aid to Morocco

Health Minister Moshe Arbel writes to Moroccan counterpart, offers medical personnel and equipment to area struck by earthquake.

After earthquake:

PassportCard deploys plane to bring Israelis back from Morocco

Israeli insurance company acts to bring back policyholders after over 2,000 people killed in devastating earthquake in Morocco.

All Israelis accounted for after deadly Morocco earthquake

Director of the Department for Israelis Abroad at the Foreign Ministry calls on Israelis traveling for High Holidays to obey local law.

Israeli visiting Morocco:

'It felt like a terror attack, everything began to move'

Adam Or, an Israeli who was in Morocco when the earthquake struck Friday night, recounts the moments of panic.

MDA sends rescue teams to Morocco after earthquake kills 2,000

1 team to operate field hospital, another to perform search and rescue operations

Morocco:

More than 2,000 dead in catastrophic earthquake

Earthquake measuring 6.8 damaged nearly every home near epicenter, report says.

Israeli rescue forces ordered to Morocco earthquake zone

Israel's most senior officials have declared that Israel will aid in the rescue efforts after a deadly earthquake in Morocco.

Moments of panic: Morocco earthquake captured on camera

Security cameras capture the moments when deadly earthquake shakes Morocco, as civilians run for their lives.

IsraAID launches emergency response to Morocco earthquake

Israeli NGO deploying to worst-affected areas after magnitude 6.9 quake hits near Marrakech.

Knesset visit cancelled after Morocco Senate leader hospitalized

Enaam Mayara's visit to the Knesset tomorrow cancelled due to his hospitalization in Jordan.

Knesset Speaker:

'Precedent-setting visit signals new era in Israel-Morocco ties'

Historic moment in the Knesset: President of the House of Councilors of the Kingdom of Morocco makes first-ever official visit.

Man jailed in Morocco for criticizing ties with Israel

A man who criticized the king of Morocco for normalizing ties with Israel has been jailed for challenging the king's decision.

'Israelis feel at home in Morocco'

David and Yaakov Ochayon, residents of Morocco, tell about the growing connection between Israel and Morocco.

Algeria blasts Israel's Western Sahara recognition

Israel earlier this week joined the US in recognizing Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara.

After Western Sahara recognition:

King of Morocco invites Netanyahu for a visit

King Mohammed VI writes to Netanyahu that "the visit will open up new possibilities for strengthening relations between our countries."

Israel recognizes Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara

Netanyahu states Israel's new position in letter to King King Mohammed VI.

Minister Silman gifts menorah to Moroccan counterpart

Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman gifted a menorah to her Moroccan counterpart, saying 'the Menorah is the light of the world.'

Morocco cancels second summit of Negev Forum

The decision follows recent security escalation in Judea and Samaria and Israel new construction plans in the area.

Israeli minister recites prayer for Moroccan king

Interior and Health Min. Moshe Arbel arrives in Morocco on official visit, recites prayer for Morocco's King Mohammed VI.

Moroccan FM:

'Abraham Accords created incredible momentum for Mideast peace'

Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita addresses American Jewish Committee Global Forum in Tel Aviv.

Report:

Israel mulling recognizing Morocco's rule over Western Sahara

Officials say Israeli government mulling the move which could lead to full upgrade of ties. Foreign Ministry won't comment.

Ohana in Moroccan synagogue: My father learned Zionism here

Speaker Ohana prays in Rabbi Shalom Zaoui Synagogue in Rabat, where his father prayed before making aliyah.

Knesset Speaker to set out on historic visit to Morocco

MK Amir Ohana of the Likud is the first Speaker of Knesset to be invited for a state visit to the parliament of a Muslim country.

Knesset Speaker to visit Morocco

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana invited by his Moroccan counterpart for official visit at the beginning of June.

Rabat, Morocco:

University establishing AI, aeronautics center with Israel

International University of Rabat, Israel Aerospace Industries, sign MOU to establish an aeronautics and artificial intelligence center.

Minister Barkat:

'Israeli entrepreneurs should look at ventures in Morocco'

Economy Minister hails opportunity for cooperation between the Israeli-Moroccan governments and their respective businesspeople.

Moroccans and Bahrainis participate in March of the Living

Young people from Arab nations plan to take what they've learned at Auschwitz to educate family and friends in their countries.

Moroccan activists join lawsuit over Pegasus spyware

Six Moroccan activists targeted by spy software join class action lawsuit in California against the software's Israeli maker.

Morocco among hosts of UN event on combating antisemitism

United States, Argentina, Canada, Israel, Morocco, and the United Kingdom to host side event on global efforts to combat antisemitism at UN.

Report:

Morocco linking Israel embassy with Western Sahara recognition

Officials say Morocco has linked opening of embassy in Tel Aviv to formal Israeli recognition of its sovereignty in Western Sahara.

Amb. Herzog marks 2 years since peace agreement with Morocco

Israeli Ambassador to the US Michael Herzog says ties with Morocco have deepened on many levels since signing of Abraham Accords.