ALGERIAN PATRIOTS - ENGLISH

Contrary to claims made by certain Moroccan media outlets, Algeria’s rapprochement with Spain is not an attempt to break out of regional isolation. Instead, Algeria is strengthening its position as a key regional power, while it is Spain that is seeking to restore relations with its strategic partner after suffering significant economic losses due to Algeria’s sanctions. In this article, we will use facts and sources to demonstrate that Algeria is in a position of strength in this renewed relationship and that it is actually its adversaries, not Algeria, who find themselves isolated on the international stage . 1. Algeria: A Key Player in the Mediterranean and Africa 1.1. A Strategic Energy Supplier for Europe Algeria possesses the 10th largest proven natural gas reserves in the world and is Africa’s top gas exporter . Its importance has grown even further due to the energy crisis triggered by the war in Ukraine. Italy signed a major agreement with Sonatrach in 2022 to increase its...

Algeria, often seen as a discreet yet influential player on the global stage, is now reaping the benefits of a well-calculated geopolitical strategy based on independence, regional influence, and diversified partnerships . While France faces increasing marginalization in Europe and Africa, and alliances in the Sahel begin to fracture, Algeria is solidifying its position as a key regional power . Recent developments— Mali’s diplomatic U-turn towards Algeria , France’s strategic missteps , and the exclusion of Europe from US-Russia discussions on Ukraine —all illustrate how Algiers’ commitment to pragmatism, sovereignty, and multilateralism is paying off in the long run. Mali Reconciles with Algeria: A Diplomatic Triumph One of the clearest signs of Algeria’s diplomatic success is Mali’s recent decision to restore high-level relations with Algeria by sending an ambassador to Algiers , signaling an attempt to de-escalate tensions that had emerged in recent months. 🔹 Morocco’s Attem...

Relations between France and Algeria are experiencing unprecedented tensions, particularly due to France’s support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara. Algeria perceives this stance as a direct threat to its strategic interests in North Africa and the Sahel. However, this crisis is not limited to the Western Sahara issue; it also extends to economic cooperation, military alliances, and regional influence in Africa. This article aims to analyze the possible trajectories of the France-Algeria crisis by examining potential scenarios and their short-, medium-, and long-term geopolitical and geostrategic consequences. The analysis is based on academic sources and research studies to assess the factors driving this crisis and its broader implications for power dynamics in the Mediterranean and Africa. 1. Geopolitical Context of the France-Algeria Crisis 1.1. Western Sahara: The Core of the Dispute Algeria has maintained a consistent position on the Western Sahara issue for decades,...