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The Moroccan press, in a wave of near‑triumphal euphoria, loudly hailed the message sent by former U.S. President Donald Trump to King Mohammed VI on the occasion of the Throne Day celebrations. In this letter, the former occupant of the White House reaffirmed U.S. recognition of Morocco’s so‑called sovereignty over Western Sahara, first announced in December 2020. For Rabat, this reiteration was presented as yet another step toward the definitive normalization of its annexation and a sign of international validation. Yet behind this media and diplomatic commotion lies an inescapable truth: this message, however symbolic, alters nothing in the legal status of Western Sahara. The reality of international law—enshrined in United Nations resolutions and confirmed by the International Court of Justice—remains unchanged: Western Sahara is a non‑self‑governing territory, still awaiting the completion of its decolonization process. The illusion of sufficient recognition If recognition by a me...

In his traditional July 29 address marking the Throne Day, King Mohammed VI once again declared his wish to “extend a hand to Algeria” and “open a new chapter” between the two countries. It is a refrain we hear every year, a well-rehearsed ritual that clashes head-on with the ongoing hostile actions Morocco continues to take against Algeria. History Remembers… and Betrayal Repeats Itself Since Algeria’s independence in 1962, Morocco has proven that its promises collapse when confronted with its ambitions. Barely months after our liberation, the 1963 Sand War broke out, when the Moroccan army attempted to seize Tindouf and Béchar. Since then, violations have been constant: open support for separatist groups, security cooperation with foreign powers hostile to Algeria, and diplomatic and media campaigns aimed at tarnishing our nation’s image on the international stage. History is clear: those who betray you once will betray you again. The Kingdom of Cannabis… and Poisoned Borders Accordi...

Algerian-American relations are entering a new strategic phase, centered on energy cooperation and the development of vital natural resources. Three key sectors have drawn significant interest from U.S. officials: hydrocarbons, renewable energy, and mining resources. These areas are not only pillars of Algeria’s national sovereignty but also critical to global energy transition efforts and emerging geo-economic dynamics. A High-Level Visit with Strategic Significance The recent meeting in Algiers between Algeria’s Minister of State for Energy, Mines, and Renewable Energies, Mr. Mohamed Arkab , and the U.S. President’s Senior Advisor for Africa, the Middle East, and Arab Affairs, Mr. Masad Boulos , marks an important step forward. The American envoy expressed strong interest in investing in three strategic sectors in Algeria: Hydrocarbons Renewable energy Exploitation of mining resources This is more than diplomatic nicety—it reflects a clear U.S. intention to deepen its economic footpr...

In a shifting global geopolitical and energy landscape, the relationship between Algeria and Italy stands out as a model of balanced cooperation between the northern and southern shores of the Mediterranean. The state visit of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune to Rome in July 2025 marked a pivotal moment, reaffirming the “exceptional nature” of this partnership and the shared ambition to deepen cooperation across multiple dimensions — economic, energy, political, and multilateral. 1. A Mediterranean Alliance Built on Mutual Trust Italy has described its relationship with Algeria as “exceptional,” portraying it as a model for international relations grounded in respect, sovereignty, and strategic complementarity. The two nations have shown clear alignment on key regional and global issues: • A joint commitment to the UN-led process for a political resolution of the Western Sahara conflict, • A call for an immediate cessation of Israeli aggression in Gaza, and unrestricted humanitarian acce...

Relations between Algeria and Morocco during the Algerian War of Independence (1954–1962) were far more complex than the romanticized narrative of “Maghrebian unity” often promoted in Moroccan historiography. A recent publication titled “The Algerian War of Liberation in the Moroccan Press: Aspects of Moroccan Support for the Algerian Struggle for Independence”, authored by Mustapha El Aïdi and Abdelilah Kenka, aims to portray Morocco as a key supporter of the Algerian Revolution. However, this interpretation overlooks the historical realities, minimizes Morocco’s ambivalent and often opportunistic stance, and overstates the actual impact of its so-called support. This academic article responds point by point to the claims made in that publication, relying on Algerian, French, and international sources, as well as testimonies from leaders of the Algerian Revolution. 1. The Moroccan Press: Symbolic Sympathy or Opportunistic Coverage? The publication argues that Moroccan newspapers such ...

From a Naval Miscalculation to a Strategic Catastrophe – A Reflection on a Long Legacy of Neglecting Vital Interests On October 20, 1827, the Battle of Navarino unfolded in a small bay off the southwestern Peloponnese (in present-day Greece), significantly altering the balance of power in the Mediterranean. Yet, for Algerians, the true significance lies not solely in the military events of that day, but in the deeper question of how Algeria—then an autonomous maritime power under nominal Ottoman suzerainty—became entangled in a war that did not concern it directly, ultimately paying a staggering strategic price from which it would not recover for more than a century. 1. Historical and Political Context of the Battle of Navarino The early 19th century witnessed a surge of national liberation movements across Europe, among them the Greek War of Independence against Ottoman rule, which broke out in 1821. This uprising gained widespread support from European powers, who saw it as an opport...

In recent days, international headlines have celebrated what is being portrayed as yet another “diplomatic victory” for Morocco, following the United Kingdom’s shift in tone on the Western Sahara issue. London, it appears, now implicitly supports Rabat’s autonomy proposal. This development echoes similar realignments in several Western capitals. But behind this diplomatic fanfare lies a stark reality: Morocco’s so-called victories are not achievements of principle or legitimacy, but rather the result of calculated concessions—economic, strategic, and political—offered to powerful states in exchange for their endorsement. Morocco’s Bargain: Trading Sovereignty for Support Let us be clear: what Rabat presents as foreign support for its autonomy plan is, in most cases, the outcome of transactional diplomacy. What has Morocco promised to the United Kingdom? Access to the natural resources of Western Sahara? Exclusive investment deals or security partnerships? The same applies to the cases ...

In a surreal segment aired on France Inter, journalist Léa Salamé flippantly suggested a grotesque “exchange”: trading the 9,000 skulls of Algerian men and women stored in Paris’ Musée de l’Homme for the supposed “liberation” of the controversial writer Boualem Sansal. This offhand remark, delivered with alarming nonchalance, betrays a profound ignorance of colonial history, a troubling contempt for Algerian memory, and an indecency that demands condemnation. When ‘Humor’ Becomes an Insult to the Dead What does such a suggestion truly signify? That even in death, decapitated and displaced, Algerian bodies may still be used as bargaining chips? That a mutilated national memory can be reduced to a rhetorical device in a radio broadcast? Behind this tasteless comment lies an unspeakable idea: the remains of anti-colonial resistance fighters, displayed as trophies by a former empire, are still treated as negotiable objects of French discretion. A Colonial Memory Still Denied The 9,000 sku...

More than three years ago, I raised the alarm about a dangerous possibility: the existence of underground tunnels between Morocco and Algeria used for large-scale drug trafficking. At the time, my warnings were dismissed, mocked, or labeled as “conspiracy theories.” Today, that so-called “theory” has emerged from the shadows—quite literally. According to credible media sources, a secret tunnel has been discovered linking Moroccan territory to the Bab El Assa region in Algeria’s Tlemcen province. This tunnel was allegedly used to smuggle significant quantities of processed cannabis (kif)—a product the Moroccan regime has long weaponized to destabilize Algeria. And this isn’t an isolated case. Just a few months ago, a similar tunnel was uncovered in the occupied city of Ceuta, used by Moroccan-Spanish smuggling networks to traffic both drugs and migrants. These are not coincidences. This points to a coordinated and well-established underground infrastructure, most likely developed with t...

On May 2nd, 2025, behind the closed doors of Abu Dhabi’s presidential palace, a high-level security meeting took place—not to discuss peace, but to plot an attack. Not a military assault, but a strategic, silent war targeting the political and media heart of one nation: Algeria. Presiding over this covert war council was Tahnoun bin Zayed , the shadowy mastermind of Emirati intelligence. Alongside him: Mohammed Al Gergawi , in charge of media influence operations; Saeed Al Ghafli , responsible for intelligence coordination; and foreign consultants from the American firm GSG , a private contractor known for information warfare and strategic psychological operations. The mission was given a chilling codename: “Disrupt Algeria.” Why Algeria? Because Algeria refuses to kneel. Because it acts with independence in Sudan, partners with Turkey and Qatar, and openly opposes Emirati interference in Libya. In Tahnoun’s own words during the meeting: “Algeria is moving in Darfur, aligning with Tur...

A recent article published by Assahifa, a Moroccan outlet known for its close ties to the ruling elite in Rabat, inadvertently sheds light on one of the most significant geopolitical shifts in the Maghreb in decades: the entry into service of Russian-made Su-35 fighter jets in Algeria — one of the most advanced combat aircraft of our time. In an article titled “After Being Rejected by Egypt and Iran… Satellite Images Reveal the Presence of Su-35 Fighters in Algeria”, the Moroccan media outlet delves into the arrival of these jets at an Algerian airbase with a tone that is both alarmist and revealing. While emphasizing that these aircraft had previously been turned down by Egypt and Iran, the piece unintentionally unveils deeper Moroccan anxieties — both military and diplomatic. The Su-35: A Game Changer That Has Rabat Trembling Originally destined for Egypt, the Su-35 jets were ultimately acquired by Algeria after Cairo backed out under Western pressure. Known for their exceptional ag...

On April 18, 2025, the World Bank published an insightful article titled “How Algeria is Shaping its Economic Future” , offering a nuanced yet clearly optimistic perspective on the country’s ongoing economic transformation. Long regarded as a hydrocarbon-dependent, mono-export economy, Algeria now appears to be at a historic crossroads. At the heart of this shift lies an ambitious target set by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune: reaching a Gross Domestic Product of $400 billion by 2027. A Diversification Strategy in Motion The figures released by the World Bank are telling: non-hydrocarbon exports have tripled since 2017, reaching $5.1 billion in 2023. Though they still represent just 2% of GDP, this trend signals a critical shift in Algeria’s economic model, one that is moving away from structural dependence on oil and gas. Among the country’s most exported goods are now fertilizers, steel products, and cement — a reflection of a deliberate strategy rooted in wide-ranging structural r...

New York, April 16, 2025. In the solemn chamber of the United Nations Security Council, a man takes the floor. With composure, precision, and a measured gravitas, Staffan de Mistura , the Personal Envoy of the UN Secretary-General for Western Sahara, delivers a briefing that, according to several diplomats present, may well mark a turning point in the protracted Sahrawi dossier. This report comes at a highly charged moment: fifty years after Spain’s withdrawal from Western Sahara in 1975, the question of decolonization remains unresolved, frozen in a status quo that only a crisis—or a concerted international awakening—might shake loose. For the first time in a long while, such a shift now appears within reach. A Diplomatic Trilogy at the Core of the Report Three key messages emerge from De Mistura’s address—three pillars that reflect both the current posture of the United States and shifting power dynamics within the Security Council. 1. Toward “Genuine” Autonomy: A Call for Clari...