Morocco recognized the Israeli state in 2020. In exchange, Israel recognized Moroccan authority over the disputed Western Sahara. It was a win-win, until Oct. 7, 2023. Since the Hamas attacks and the ensuing war, domestic pressure on Morocco to cut ties with Israel has grown. But King Mohamed Vl is resisting. The World’s Gerry Hadden reports from Rabat.
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