Morocco’s diplomacy praised for securing release of citizens detained in Israel
The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) has commended Morocco’s effective diplomatic efforts that ensured the release of two Moroccan nationals detained by Israeli authorities after participating in a humanitarian flotilla to Gaza.
Aziz Ghali and Abdeladim Ben Draoui were among international activists aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla, which aimed to break the long-standing blockade on Gaza. They were arrested in international waters by the Israeli navy in late September.
According to official sources, Morocco’s liaison office in Tel Aviv intervened immediately after their detention, maintaining continuous communication with Israeli authorities to secure their release. The two citizens are expected to be deported to Türkiye once diplomatic and administrative procedures are finalized.
CNDH President Amina Bouayach followed the case closely in coordination with international organizations, national partners, and foreign actors. She emphasized the government’s commitment to safeguarding the rights and safety of Moroccan citizens abroad.
In a statement, the council praised the swift coordination between Moroccan and Israeli authorities, describing it as a model of constructive diplomatic engagement. It also reiterated its condemnation of the attack on the flotilla, calling it a breach of humanitarian principles and international maritime law.
A Moroccan diplomatic source told Morocco World News that Morocco’s protection of its citizens is always conducted “in full respect of national sovereignty and international law,” without yielding to any external pressure. The source added that consular protection requires mutual respect for host country laws and cooperation with Moroccan diplomatic missions.
The case underscores Morocco’s proactive and principled diplomacy in defending its citizens abroad while maintaining a balanced approach consistent with international norms.
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