Moroccan-Israeli Relations Navigate Complex Path in Wake of Gaza Conflict
In her article for The Media Line, Debbie Mohnblatt explores the complexities of Moroccan-Israeli relations amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. Over three years after Israel and Morocco signed their normalization agreements, their ties have slowly strengthened. However, the current conflict presents challenges, especially given Morocco’s historic neutrality and efforts to balance its ties with Israel, aid to Gaza, and support for peace.
Mohnblatt highlights insights from Einat Levi, a strategic advisor on Israeli-Moroccan relations, who notes that the war has caused a loss of momentum in the relations, particularly impacting tourism. Levi points out the challenge of biased media coverage in shaping public opinion in both countries, with many Moroccans relying on Al Jazeera’s portrayal of the war, which often supports Hamas and other Muslim Brotherhood factions.
The article also includes perspectives from Mouna Izddine, a Moroccan freelance journalist, who observes that Moroccan media coverage is predominantly anti-Israel, often failing to mention Hamas’s acts of aggression. However, she notes a shift in the approach of official media outlets, which are now striving for more neutral coverage.
Levi underscores Morocco’s consistent support for the two-state solution and its strategic interest in maintaining relations with Israel. She believes that Morocco’s unique position could be instrumental in future regional collaborations for peace and reconstruction.
For more insights and detailed analysis, readers are invited to read the full article on The Media Line’s website.
