The controversy surrounding "Nas El Mellah" highlights the deep divisions within Moroccan society regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The protests against the series reflect a broader sentiment in Morocco, where public opinion largely supports the Palestinian cause and opposes normalization with Israel.
The ongoing protests may lead to increased scrutiny of media portrayals of sensitive political issues in Morocco.
Continued backlash against the series could result in its cancellation or significant changes in its production.
Demands are escalating in Morocco to halt the broadcast of the television series "Nas El Mellah," which features Israeli actress Eva Kadosh, known for her controversial support of the Israeli military in the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Critics argue that Kadosh's participation in the series, which began airing on September 28th on Channel 2, undermines Moroccan solidarity with Palestine. The Moroccan Front to Support Palestine and Combat Normalization has called for protests against the series, claiming it serves to normalize Zionism amid widespread violence against Palestinians.
The series, which aims to depict the coexistence of Jewish and Muslim families in Essaouira, has faced backlash due to Kadosh's past statements and actions, including social media posts that seemingly incite violence against Palestinians. Supporters of the series, including its producer, have defended Kadosh, asserting that she is being misrepresented and that the series promotes Moroccan diversity. However, opponents view it as a harmful portrayal of Moroccan identity and a betrayal of the Palestinian cause, especially given the ongoing violence in Gaza and Lebanon.
