Israel Confirms Defense Ministry Director General's Visit to Morocco
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
Israel's Ministry of Defense confirmed Director General Amir Baram visited Rabat, Morocco, meeting defense and intelligence officials and inaugurating the defense attaché's office. The visit highlights deepening security cooperation since 2020, including defense industry partnerships and IDF-FAR joint training. Israel sees Morocco as a strategic ally in the Mediterranean, countering regional influence.
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- Defense Ministry Director General Amir Baram visited Rabat, Morocco, meeting top defense officials.
- Baram inaugurated the permanent office of Israel's Defense Attaché in Morocco.
- Security ties between Israel and Morocco have significantly deepened since 2020.
- Israeli defense industries are highly valued in Morocco, fostering joint ventures.
- Israel views Morocco as a strategic partner in the southern Mediterranean.
Israel's Ministry of Defense confirmed on November 10, 2026, that Director General Amir Baram visited Rabat, Morocco. The visit, initially reported by Moroccan sources, included meetings with the Moroccan Minister of Defense, the Chief of Staff, and intelligence officials. Baram was also scheduled to inaugurate the permanent office of the Defense Attaché in Rabat, headed by Colonel Sharon Itach, the first permanent defense attaché in Morocco.
Since the normalization of diplomatic relations in 2020 and the signing of a defense Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in November 2021, security ties between Israel and Morocco have significantly deepened, even during the recent war. Israeli defense industries are highly regarded in Morocco, with most defense deals conducted on a government-to-government basis. These industries also contribute to developing an independent Moroccan defense industry through joint ventures and reciprocal procurement.
The Israeli delegation included representatives from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), which has developed training ties with the Moroccan Royal Armed Forces (FAR) in various fields. The Ministry of Defense stated that Baram's visit reflects its strategy to enhance security cooperation with friendly nations, boost defense exports, strengthen the IDF's capabilities, influence foreign policy, and bolster the Israeli defense industry and economy.
Baram emphasized the strong relationship with Morocco, stating, "Morocco is not just another security partner, it is much more than that. Over the years, we have built a strong relationship based on trust, mutual respect, Jewish heritage, and deep historical ties between the peoples. We intend to continue developing the relations between the countries to new heights and peaks."
Israel views Morocco as a strategic partner in the southern Mediterranean, particularly in light of Turkey's efforts to build an alliance with Libya as part of its "Blue Homeland" doctrine aimed at dominating the Mediterranean region.
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