The Moroccan Sahara: the United States sends a clear message to Algeria

When questioned about US-Algerian relations and the recent UN Security Council resolution on Western Sahara, the senior US official made a direct link between diplomatic advances and the privileged relationship with Rabat.

The Sahara and the "deep partnership" with Morocco

Massad Boulos welcomed the adoption of Security Council Resolution 2797, which extends the MINURSO mandate. For the US administration, this vote is described as historic and represents an opportunity to "catalyze a long-awaited peace dynamic".

The advisor explicitly attributed these developments to the quality of bilateral ties with the Kingdom: "Progress made possible by the deep partnership and ongoing cooperation between the United States and Morocco." He reiterated President Trump’s determination to promote a lasting solution in the region.

Algeria: priority to economic pragmatism

Regarding Algeria, the tone is also positive but focused on different levers. Massad Boulos described a "solid partnership" relationship under the leadership of Presidents Trump and Tebboune, aimed at promoting regional peace and security.

However, the emphasis was on the economic dimension. Washington hopes to "facilitate commercial access to the Algerian market for US companies" and collaborate on opportunities for mutual prosperity.

Although focused on these Maghreb issues, the interview also addressed the critical situation in Sudan, described by Washington as the "world’s largest humanitarian crisis", as well as tensions around the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam. On the latter point, the United States continues to favor a diplomatic solution to avoid any military escalation between Egypt and Ethiopia.