Rabat, October 29, 2024 – The Europe Today: In a meeting at Morocco’s Royal Palace, King Mohammed VI and French President Emmanuel Macron jointly called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon, emphasizing the urgent need for accelerated humanitarian aid delivery to affected areas. The discussions took place today as part of President Macron’s three-day state visit to Morocco, centering on strategies to address rising regional tensions and reaffirming their nations’ dedication to a two-state solution in Palestine.
King Mohammed VI, serving as Chairman of the Al-Quds Committee, and President Macron highlighted the shared responsibilities of Morocco and France in fostering stability in the Middle East. The leaders stressed civilian safety and unhindered access to critical aid as priorities amid the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, underscoring the importance of a diplomatic path that respects Palestinian aspirations for statehood.
The dialogue reflected a broader commitment to regional peace and security across the Euro-Mediterranean and African regions, strengthening the long-standing Morocco-France relationship and establishing a strategic vision for future cooperation.
Both nations reiterated support for renewed Middle East peace negotiations, advocating for a resolution based on the 1967 borders and designating East Jerusalem as the capital of a sovereign Palestinian state. President Macron extended an invitation for King Mohammed VI to visit France, which the King accepted, marking a step toward even closer bilateral ties.
