Moroccan Sahara issue strengthens Rabat’s position within Afro-British alliances

The Moroccan Sahara issue is increasingly reinforcing Rabat’s standing within emerging Afro-British partnerships, as the African Union and the United Kingdom prepare to hold a high-level strategic meeting in London in the coming weeks. The planned talks aim to deepen cooperation between Africa......

Morocco leads Arab nations in democracy index for 2025

Morocco has emerged as the top-ranking Arab nation in the 2025 democracy index, achieving a score of 4.97 out of 10. This places the country in the "hybrid regime" category, characterized by a blend of democratic practices and monarchical governance. Morocco's performance surpasses Tunisia,......

Algerian president urges irregular migrants abroad to return home

President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has issued a call to young Algerians living abroad in precarious and irregular situations, inviting them to return for regularization of their status. The announcement came after a Council of Ministers meeting on January 11, 2026, targeting those misled and exploited against......

UK supports Morocco’s autonomy plan for Sahara solution

The United Kingdom has reaffirmed its support for the UN-led political process aimed at resolving the Sahara dispute, endorsing Morocco’s Autonomy Plan as the most credible and viable solution. Parliamentary Under-Secretary Hamish Falconer emphasized the UK’s position shift under the current......

Somalia rejects Algerian claims on Sahara stance

Somalia has firmly denied allegations made by Algerian media regarding its position on the Sahara conflict, reaffirming its unwavering support for Morocco’s territorial integrity. The Somali government clarified that its official stance is communicated solely through formal statements and official......

Algeria intensifies repression of journalists over sensitive Sahara and border issues

Algeria’s government is escalating its crackdown on journalists and activists who address politically sensitive topics, such as the Eastern Sahara dispute and Algeria-Morocco relations. The latest case involves the detention of journalist Saad Bouakba, who was placed in pre-trial detention this......

Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara: from the Green March to global recognition

Fifty years after the historic Green March, Morocco’s journey to secure sovereignty over its southern provinces has become a significant case study in diplomacy and development. The MEDays Forum in Tangier brought together international experts to analyze the transformation of the Moroccan Sahara......

Hezbollah visit to Tindouf stirs new fears over Iranian influence in North Africa

A recent visit by a Hezbollah-linked delegation to the Polisario-controlled Tindouf camps in southern Algeria has reignited concerns about Iran’s growing interference in North Africa. Analysts argue that the visit underscores Tehran’s deepening ties with the separatist Polisario Front, raising......

Sahara autonomy: A roadmap under Moroccan sovereignty

The concept of autonomy, as proposed by Morocco and reaffirmed by the UN Security Council's recent Resolution 2797, offers a balanced solution to the Sahara conflict. This model grants the region the ability to manage its own affairs without seeking independence from the central government, fostering......

Macron signals readiness for dialogue with Algeria amid diplomatic tensions

French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed his willingness to engage in discussions with Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, provided certain conditions are met. The announcement comes as relations between Paris and Algiers remain strained over several contentious issues, including France's......

Algeria rejects Spain's plea to reopen Maghreb gas pipeline

Algeria has firmly dismissed Spain's request to reinstate the Maghreb-Europe gas pipeline, which was shut down in 2021 amid diplomatic tensions over the Sahara dispute. The pipeline, once a vital route for transporting Algerian gas through Morocco to Europe, has become a focal point in the strained......

EU Commission approves talks for new fishing deal with Morocco

The European Commission has approved a proposal to begin negotiations on a new fishing agreement with Morocco, marking a significant step in their bilateral partnership. A move towards renewed cooperation European Commissioner for Fisheries Costas Kadis announced the decision on Tuesday before the......

Massad Boulos announces upcoming U.S.-Hosted talks on the Sahara conflict

Washington, November 4, 2025 — Following the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2797 on the Sahara, the United States is set to take a new step in supporting the resolution of the conflict. Massad Boulos, Special Adviser to President Donald Trump for Africa,......

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