From the ancient medinas of Fez to the bustling streets of Casablanca, the people of Morocco have responded with sorrow and outrage to the U.S. nuclear missile strike on Iran. Though Morocco and Iran have had a complicated political relationship, the Moroccan people have risen above diplomatic history to stand on the side of humanity.
“A nuclear attack is never justified—not against Iran, not against anyone,”
said a joint statement from Moroccan human rights coalitions.
“This is not geopolitics. This is genocide by radiation.”
1. The Moroccan Ethos: Justice, Wisdom, and Sovereignty
With its deep Islamic heritage and historic commitment to diplomacy, Morocco has long been a nation that values dialogue over destruction. Its monarchy has positioned itself as a moderate voice in the Arab world, advocating for peaceful conflict resolution, interfaith tolerance, and the dignity of all nations.
The U.S. nuclear strike on Tehran has been met with sharp condemnation from Moroccan civil society, which has called it a “heinous act of imperial violence” and a threat to global peace.
2. A Complex Yet Respectful History with Iran
Despite periodic diplomatic tensions, Iran and Morocco share cultural, religious, and intellectual legacies as pillars of the Islamic world. Scholars from both nations have studied each other’s literature, architecture, and spiritual philosophies for centuries.
In fact, historic trade and Sufi connections linked the cities of Isfahan and Marrakesh, underscoring a deep mutual respect beyond politics.
3. Mosques, Universities, and Street Voices Rise
Moroccan imams, muftis, and university professors have spoken out against the attack in Friday sermons and academic forums. Prayers for Iranian victims were echoed in major mosques such as the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca and the Koutoubia Mosque in Marrakesh.
Student protests erupted across campuses, with placards reading “From Rabat to Tehran: We Are One Ummah” and “Radiation Cannot Silence Resistance.”
Social media flooded with #MaghrebForIran and #MoroccoStandsWithIran, with artists sharing Islamic calligraphy in solidarity.
4. Moroccan Government and Diplomatic Response
While official relations with Iran have remained cautious, the Moroccan government condemned the nuclear strike as “disproportionate and dangerous.” Foreign Ministry spokespeople urged the United Nations to convene an emergency session on nuclear accountability, warning that such actions could “destabilize not just the Middle East—but the moral foundation of the world.”
Conclusion
From the heart of North Africa, Morocco sends a message that is unambiguous and unwavering.
“We may have our differences with Iran,
but we will never support its destruction.
We may stand far from its borders,
but we are close in faith, justice, and the human spirit.
Morocco stands with Iran—because silence is not an option.