UK Poised to Recognize Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Western Sahara
8 August 2024
Like several European countries such as France, Germany and Spain, the United Kingdom is about to recognize Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara.
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France Adopts Morocco’s Full Map, Including Western Sahara, in Policy Shift
5 August 2024
After changing its position on the Sahara issue, France has adopted the complete map of Morocco and its southern provinces. This is at least what French television seems to show.
France’s Sahara Stance Strains Algeria Relations, Sparks Diplomatic Tensions
4 August 2024
Algeria does not digest the French recognition of the Moroccanness of the Sahara and is thinking of "punishing" France. Will it take economic sanctions against Paris as it did (…)
France Recognizes Moroccan Sovereignty over Western Sahara, Experts Weigh Impact
31 July 2024
The French recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara is eliciting positive reactions from political scientists.
France Recognizes Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Western Sahara, Macron Shifts Policy
30 July 2024
Long awaited by Rabat, France’s recognition of the Moroccanness of the Sahara is now effective. French President Emmanuel Macron "considers that the present and future of the (…)
US Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Western Sahara
21 July 2024
The United States is not about to backtrack on the American recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara. The US Ambassador to Algeria, Elizabeth Moore Aubin, is (…)
Macron’s Morocco Visit Likely in Fall, Diplomatic Sources Say
17 July 2024
The visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to Rabat is still under preparation.
Algeria Erects Iron Fence Along Moroccan Border, Heightening Tensions
16 July 2024
Algeria has erected an iron fence along the Bin Lejraf border area with Morocco. This has given rise to divergent interpretations among citizens of the two peoples.
Former French Ambassador Reveals Hassan II’s Insights on Morocco-Algeria Relations
26 June 2024
Xavier Driencourt, former French ambassador to Algiers, reveals a conversation between the late Hassan II and former French President General Charles de Gaulle about the (…)
Spain Seeks Diplomatic Breakthrough: King Mohammed VI Invited for World Cup 2030 Ceremony
20 June 2024
La Moncloa wants to attempt a major diplomatic coup: to have King Mohammed VI travel to Madrid for the official ceremony designating Spain, Morocco and Portugal as host (…)