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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

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

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.

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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

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

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

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.

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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.

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Israel And Morocco Deepen Bilateral Relationship Following Recognition Of Western Sahara

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

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Israeli Prime Minister Recognizes Western Sahara As Part Of Morocco

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

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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

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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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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.

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Knesset Speaker Backs Moroccan Sovereignty Over Western Sahara

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Asharq Al-Awsat

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…

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Football row brings bitter Algeria-Morocco rivalry to forefront

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

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How Foreign Policy Shapes Film Industries Worldwide

From Hollywood to Western Sahara.

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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…

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The Independent UK

UN urges revival of negotiations on disputed Western Sahara

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

Radio France Internationale

South Africa vows 'unapologetic' support for Western Sahara independence from Morocco

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has vowed his government's "unapologetic" backing for the partially recognised Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic in Western Sahara.

The Independent UK

UK-Morocco trade deal did not get consent of Western Sahara people, court told

The Western Sahara Campaign UK has brought legal action against the Department for International Trade and the Treasury,

Asharq Al-Awsat

Spain Reveals Economic Losses After Trade Crisis with Algeria

The Spanish government revealed the financial losses incurred as a result of Algeria’s decision to halt trade Madrid in March, part of an escalating dispute over the status of Western Sahara. Spain’s Trade Ministry revealed on Sunday that business owners have incurred losses that amount up to 4.4 million euros…

Reuters

Spain supports 'mutually acceptable' solution for Western Sahara -Sanchez

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said on Thursday that Spain supports a "mutually acceptable political solution" regarding Western Sahara.

Reuters

Morocco recalls Tunisia ambassador over Western Sahara

Morocco recalled its ambassador to Tunisia for consultations on Friday after Tunisian President Kais Saied received the head of the Western Sahara independence movement, the Polisario Front.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Morocco’s King Urges Partners for 'Unequivocal' Support over W. Sahara

Morocco's King Mohammed VI has called on his country's partners to "clarify" their position over the disputed Western Sahara territory and offer "unequivocal" support. "I would like to send a clear message to the world: the Sahara issue is the prism through which Morocco views its international environment," he said…

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