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Macron renews French support for Moroccan rule in disputed Western Sahara

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday renewed France's support for Moroccan sovereignty over the disputed Western Sahara.

Radio France Internationale · Oct 29, 2024

France, Morocco sign deals worth €10bn on energy, infrastructure

France and Morocco signed agreements worth up to €10 billion on the first day of President Macron's visit aimed at improving strained relations. The deals covered sectors like energy and infrastructure, with more expected.

Radio France Internationale · Oct 29, 2024

Macron visits Morocco amid tensions over Western Sahara and immigration

French President Emmanuel Macron is in Morocco this Monday for a three-day state visit hosted by King Mohammed VI. The visit aims to strengthen ties after years of tension between the two nations, particularly over France’s stance on the disputed Western Sahara.

Radio France Internationale · Oct 28, 2024

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France's president is visiting Morocco after his Western Sahara change brings a 'new honeymoon'

French President Emmanuel Macron arrives Monday in Morocco, where he is scheduled to meet with the North African kingdom’s leaders and discuss partnerships regarding trade, climate change and managing immigration

The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2024

Macron set for key Morocco visit as Western Sahara tensions cool

French President Emmanuel Macron will head to Morocco next week for a three-day state visit, the Moroccan royal palace said Monday, following years of strained relations.

Radio France Internationale · Oct 21, 2024

UN envoy proposes partitioning Western Sahara

The U.N. envoy to Western Sahara is suggesting that dividing the territory between Morocco and the pro-independence Polisario Front could be one way to settle the decades-long conflict

The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2024

Morocco's king praises French support, diplomatic gains over status of Western Sahara

Morocco's King Mohammed VI has reaffirmed that settling sovereignty disputes over the Western Sahara remains the driving force behind Rabat's foreign policy, lauding diplomatic triumphs and framing them as progress toward resolving the decades-long conflict in Morocco's favour.

Radio France Internationale · Oct 12, 2024

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EU top court rules that agreements with Morocco failed to include Western Sahara's consent

The European Union’s top court says fisheries and agriculture agreements reached between the bloc and Morocco five years ago failed to include consultations with the people of Western Sahara

The Independent UK · Oct 4, 2024

Algeria withdraws envoy to France amid Western Sahara spat

Algeria pulls its ambassador to France after Paris throws is support behind Morocco's stalled plan to establish limited autonomy for Western Sahara. The move puts France at odds with Algiers, which backs Polisario Front separatists who are demanding full independence.

France 24 · Jul 30, 2024

Algeria recalls ambassador after France backs Moroccan plan for Western Sahara

Algeria announced on Tuesday it is recalling its ambassador from France. This came after President Emmanuel Macron offered support for a plan for autonomy in the Western Sahara under Moroccan sovereignty. He described it as the "only way" to resolve the longstanding territorial dispute.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 30, 2024

France reverses course to back Moroccan autonomy plan for disputed Western Sahara

In a marked departure from its historical position, France moved on Tuesday to recognise Morocco's sovereignty over the Western Sahara, dealing a blow to the the Algeria-backed Polisario Front, which claims it is an independent state.

France 24 · Jul 30, 2024

France shifts Western Sahara stance, seeking closer ties with Morocco

France has recognized Morocco’s sovereignty over the disputed Western Sahara, shifting a decades-held position and adding itself to a growing list of countries to back Morocco while a United Nations-mediated peace process remains stalled

The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2024

Spanish PM Sánchez Meets Moroccan King, Discusses Migration Cooperation

Spanish PM Sánchez and King Mohammed VI of Morocco discuss migration, Western Sahara, and Israel-Hamas conflict, emphasizing cooperation and support.

Israel-Morocco Relations Strengthened As Netanyahu Receives Invitation From King Mohammed VI

Recognition of Western Sahara sovereignty paves way for enhanced ties and disrupts Iran's activities in North Africa.

Zenger · Jul 24, 2023

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Zenger · Jul 20, 2023

Israel And Morocco Deepen Bilateral Relationship Following Recognition Of Western Sahara

Israel-Morocco ties set to strengthen after recognition of Western Sahara sovereignty

Zenger · Jul 20, 2023

Israeli Prime Minister Recognizes Western Sahara As Part Of Morocco

Netanyahu's Promise to Morocco Leads to Recognition of Western Sahara

Zenger · Jul 19, 2023

Morocco’s King Mohammed VI Invites Israeli PM Netanyahu For First-ever Visit

Morocco invites Israeli PM Netanyahu for historic visit after recognition of Western Sahara sovereignty

Zenger · Jul 18, 2023

Rabat: Israel To Recognize Moroccan Sovereignty Over Western Sahara

Israel will officially recognize Moroccan sovereignty over the disputed Western Sahara region

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Tribune News Service · Jul 17, 2023

Morocco says Israel backs claim to disputed Africa territory

Morocco said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backs its claim to the disputed coastal territory of Western Sahara, a move that may help enhance relations following the U.S.-brokered restoration of ties three years ago.

Zenger · Jun 11, 2023

Knesset Speaker Backs Moroccan Sovereignty Over Western Sahara

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Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 11, 2023

Algeria is Main Supplier of Energy to Spain Despite Western Sahara Tensions

Algerian gas topped the list of Spain’s energy imports in January, despite a political dispute with Madrid over the Western Sahara issue. The specialized Arab news platform (Attaqa) has affirmed that Algerian gas exports represented more than a quarter of Spain’s imports in January. Algeria regained its place at the…

Al Jazeera · Jan 23, 2023

Football row brings bitter Algeria-Morocco rivalry to forefront

Moroccan national team withdrew from this month’s Algeria-hosted African Nations Championship.

Foreign Policy · Jan 1, 2023

How Foreign Policy Shapes Film Industries Worldwide

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Asharq Al-Awsat · Dec 11, 2022

Row between Algeria, Spain over Sahara Hindering Revival of Trade Ties

Six months after Algeria cut ties with Spain following a spat over the disputed Western Sahara, trade between the two countries remains paralyzed, said an Algeria official in the trade and services sector. “Everything has stopped,” head of Algerian-Spanish Circle of Commerce and Industry (CCIAE) Djamal Eddine Bouabdallah told the…

The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2022

UN urges revival of negotiations on disputed Western Sahara

The U.N. Security Council called for a revival of U

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