The Saudi leadership offers condolences to the King of Morocco for the victims of the Safi floods
Within the framework of the deep fraternal ties that unite the two sister kingdoms, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, sent a cable of condolences and sympathy to His Majesty King Mohammed VI of the Kingdom of Morocco, following the tragic news of the casualties caused by the heavy rains and floods that swept through the city of Safi.
In his telegram, the revered King expressed his deep sorrow over this great tragedy, saying: “We have learned of the heavy rains and floods that struck the city of Safi in the Kingdom of Morocco, resulting in deaths and injuries. We extend to Your Majesty, the families of the deceased, and the brotherly people of the Kingdom of Morocco our sincerest condolences and deepest sympathies. We ask Almighty God to have mercy on the deceased and grant their families patience and solace, to grant the injured a speedy recovery, and to protect you and the people of the Kingdom of Morocco from all harm and evil. He is the All-Hearing, the Responsive.”.
The Crown Prince affirms the Kingdom's solidarity
Similarly, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent a cable of condolences to His Majesty King Mohammed VI. His Highness's cable read: “I received the news of the heavy rains and floods that struck the city of Safi in the Kingdom of Morocco, resulting in deaths and injuries. I express to Your Majesty and to all the families of the deceased my deepest condolences and sincere sympathy, praying to God Almighty for mercy upon the deceased and a speedy recovery for all the injured. He is the All-Hearing, the Responsive.”.
The depth of Saudi-Moroccan relations
These messages reaffirm the strength of the historical and strategic ties that bind the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Kingdom of Morocco. The relationship between Riyadh and Rabat transcends traditional diplomatic frameworks, reaching the level of a strategic partnership and genuine brotherhood between the two leaderships and peoples. The two kingdoms have consistently stood shoulder to shoulder in various circumstances and crises, reflecting a shared destiny and continuous coordination on all issues of concern to the Arab and Islamic world.
Humanitarian and diplomatic solidarity
This expression of condolence is in line with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's steadfast policy, under the leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, which is based on the principles of Islamic and Arab solidarity and the promptness to stand by brotherly and friendly nations when they are afflicted by natural disasters and humanitarian crises. This stance reflects the Saudi leadership's unwavering commitment to supporting its brothers in Morocco and alleviating their suffering, praying to God to protect Morocco and its people from all harm.
Background on the city of Safi and climate challenges
It is worth noting that Safi, located on the Atlantic coast, is one of Morocco's oldest cities and an important economic center. The region has recently experienced severe weather fluctuations, resulting in heavy rainfall and flash floods. This aligns with growing global warnings about climate change, which is impacting various regions worldwide, necessitating concerted international and regional efforts to address the effects of natural disasters and strengthen infrastructure to withstand such emergencies.
