Saudi Arabia condemns the attack in Smara and expresses solidarity with Morocco
The Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the Kingdom of Morocco expressed its strongest condemnation of the attack in the city of Smara , which targeted residential areas and resulted in civilian casualties and injuries. In its official statement, the Embassy affirmed the Kingdom's categorical rejection of all forms of violence, terrorism, and extremism, emphasizing its full support and absolute solidarity with the sisterly Kingdom of Morocco in all measures it takes to preserve its security, stability, and territorial integrity.
Background and details of the attack on the Moroccan city of Smara
The city of Smara, located in the southern provinces of the Kingdom of Morocco, witnessed tragic events after being targeted by explosive projectiles aimed at peaceful residential areas. This incident, known in the media as the "Smara attack," has sparked widespread concern given the region's generally calm and stable nature. Historically, Smara is considered the spiritual and intellectual capital of the southern provinces and holds a special place in the hearts of the Moroccan people. These developments come amidst ongoing efforts by the Moroccan government to promote economic and social development in the Moroccan Sahara, making the targeting of civilians in this region a desperate attempt to destabilize the security and stability the area has enjoyed for decades. Targeting unarmed civilians and public and private property constitutes a flagrant violation of international law and humanitarian principles, prompting swift action from local authorities to launch a thorough judicial investigation to determine the source of the projectiles and those responsible for this hostile act.
Regional and international dimensions of Saudi solidarity with Morocco
Saudi Arabia's condemnation of this incident has far-reaching implications, extending beyond the diplomatic sphere to reflect the strength of the historical and strategic relationship between Riyadh and Rabat. Domestically, this solidarity provides significant moral support to the Moroccan people, reaffirming that Morocco is not alone in confronting security threats. Regionally, the Saudi stance sends a clear and firm message that any infringement upon the security of Arab states is a red line, and that security and political coordination among Arab countries is a fundamental pillar for addressing shared challenges.
Promoting stability and rejecting terrorism
Internationally, the Saudi position aligns with international resolutions that condemn terrorism and call for respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's swift and firm condemnation reinforces international efforts to combat terrorism and eliminate its sources, and underscores the Kingdom's unwavering commitment to supporting international peace and security. This stance also reflects Saudi Arabia's comprehensive vision, which considers the stability of North Africa an integral part of the stability of the Middle East and the world at large. These supportive positions are expected to contribute to strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries in the security and intelligence fields to ensure that such unfortunate incidents are not repeated in the future, and to advance the path of comprehensive development and progress.
