Morocco joins gaza stabilization force in historic agreement

The Kingdom of Morocco has formally endorsed the participation agreement for the International Stabilization Force (ISF) in Gaza, signing the document in Rabat on Wednesday under the direct guidance of His Majesty King Mohammed VI. As Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) and Chair of the Al-Quds Committee, the King has personally overseen this strategic move to reinforce regional stability.

During the landmark signing ceremony, chaired by Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and Delegated Minister for National Defense Administration Abdeltif Loudyi, Morocco’s top military leadership convened alongside Nickolay Mladenov, the Council of Peace for Gaza’s senior representative. The high-level meeting underscored the Kingdom’s commitment to fostering peace and security in the region.

a humanitarian and security-driven initiative

In an official statement from the National Defense Administration, this agreement marks the fulfillment of Morocco’s pledge as a founding member of the Council of Peace for Gaza, first announced during the organization’s inaugural gathering in Washington. The Moroccan government emphasized its unwavering dedication to global peace, cooperation, and solidarity, while highlighting the FAR’s extensive experience in United Nations-backed peacekeeping operations.

Key contributions outlined in the agreement include the deployment of senior Royal Armed Forces officers within the ISF’s joint command structure, the inclusion of Royal Gendarmerie and General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) personnel, and the establishment of a mobile military field hospital. These measures reflect Morocco’s holistic approach to crisis resolution through both humanitarian aid and security reinforcement.

The signed accord establishes the legal and operational framework for Morocco’s involvement, demonstrating a shared resolve to restore stability and security in Gaza through coordinated international efforts.