September 17, 2026
Israel-Morocco embassy openings live: Diplomatic ties upgraded after New York talks
What we know
- Israel and Morocco have agreed to open embassies in each other's countries.
- The agreement was reached following talks between their foreign ministers and the US ambassador to the United Nations in New York.
- This development builds on diplomatic relations established in 2020 under the US-brokered Abraham Accords.
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Israel and Morocco to Open Embassies After New York Talks
Israel and Morocco have agreed to open embassies in each other's countries, following discussions between their foreign ministers and the US ambassador to the United Nations in New York. The move builds on diplomatic relations established in 2020 under the US-brokered Abraham Accords, which normalized ties between Israel and several Arab states.
Why it matters
Opening embassies marks a significant step in strengthening formal diplomatic ties between Israel and Morocco beyond the 2020 Abraham Accords.
Enhanced Israel-Morocco relations could contribute to broader Middle East and North African regional cooperation and stability.
The US continues to play a key role in facilitating normalization agreements between Israel and Arab states, as seen in this latest development.