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In recent days, certain Moroccan media outlets, notably Hespress , have been working to revive the narrative of an alleged “Saudi mediation between Algeria and Morocco.” Cloaked in the language of goodwill and Arab brotherhood, this rhetoric seeks to burnish the image of a Moroccan regime weakened at home and diplomatically isolated abroad, while attempting to enlist Riyadh and Washington in legitimizing its occupation of Western Sahara. But Algerians have not forgotten. The story of “Saudi mediation” is nothing new. It was tried before, in the late 1980s—and Algeria drew bitter lessons from it. The 1980s: A Biased Mediation and Its Consequences In the late 1980s, under Riyadh’s auspices, Algiers and Rabat resumed dialogue after a period of tension. True to its tradition of Maghreb solidarity, Algeria agreed to reopen its borders in 1988 and launch large-scale economic cooperation, notably by commissioning the gas pipeline linking Algeria to Europe via Morocco—a gesture of trust and...

At a time when the Maghreb is experiencing a reconfiguration of regional balances due to Sahelian developments and international rivalries, the joint military exercises between France and Morocco, named “Chergui”, have sparked a strong reaction in Algiers. While officially presented as routine exercises aimed at strengthening operational capabilities and interoperability, their context, location, and naming suggest a far deeper political and strategic significance. Conducted in Morocco’s eastern region, near the Algerian border, these maneuvers convey multiple messages: one political to Algeria, one geostrategic regarding France’s repositioning in North Africa, and a symbolic message about Morocco’s role as a preferred Western security partner. This article offers a geopolitical and geostrategic reading of these maneuvers, analyzing their background, their implicit objectives, and their regional implications. I. The Geopolitical Framework: A Fragmented Maghreb and Shifting Alliances 1....

For several years, Morocco has waged a cognitive war against Algeria through social media, aiming to sow discord, weaken our nation, and influence our youth. Coordinated campaigns have attempted to distort reality, exaggerate our economic and social problems, and even create internal tensions. However, this attempt has failed spectacularly: Algeria remains united, strong, and steadfast in the face of these attacks. Algeria: A Model of Resilience and Progress Morocco believed it could influence our people, but it gravely underestimated Algeria’s strength. Our citizens enjoy a free healthcare system accessible to all, even in the most remote regions, and an education system among the most advanced in Africa, offering every young person the opportunity to study and develop without discrimination. These social achievements, the result of continuous national effort and sacrifice, form a true shield against external misinformation and manipulation. Morocco Trapped Itself, Its Youth Learned t...

On September 27 and 28, major Moroccan cities—including Rabat, Casablanca, Tangier, and Meknes—witnessed an unprecedented wave of protests. The spark came from Discord, where a newly formed digital collective calling itself “Generation Z… Voice of Moroccan Youth” issued calls to action. Within days, thousands of young people mobilized, demanding better public education, improved healthcare services, and real employment opportunities in a country where youth unemployment has reached record highs. Heavy Police Crackdown and Mass Arrests Authorities responded swiftly and forcefully. Widely shared videos on social media show a massive deployment of security forces across streets and public squares, as well as the arrest of dozens of demonstrators, including political activists and journalists. Among those detained was Farouk Mahdaoui, a senior member of the Democratic Left Federation, who was taken into custody in front of the Parliament in Rabat while cameras rolled. The Moroccan Committ...

In New York, where the halls of the United Nations become a stage on which words weigh as heavily as gold, two North African figures stand out, representing starkly different approaches to diplomacy: Omar Hilale, Morocco’s permanent representative, and Amar Bendjama, Algeria’s ambassador and permanent representative. The contrast between them goes far beyond personal rivalry; it reflects a profound divergence in the philosophy of statecraft and the role of a nation on the global stage. The Diplomacy of Noise: Omar Hilale For more than a decade, Omar Hilale built his presence on a loud and confrontational style. He became known for fiery statements targeting Algeria in particular, striving to keep the Western Sahara issue in the international spotlight. In both the General Assembly and the Security Council, he did not hesitate to issue provocative statements: criticizing the African Union, challenging resolutions supporting self-determination, and opposing Algerian mediation efforts in ...

As naval rivalry in the western Mediterranean intensifies, Algeria continues to hold a decisive lead in undersea warfare—one that Morocco, even with ambitious purchases, will struggle to match for years to come. A Global Defense News report dated September 15, 2025, confirms that Rabat has opened negotiations to acquire its first submarines. Yet Algeria’s decades of operational experience make the challenge of catching up far greater than simply signing a contract. Decades of Algerian Mastery Algeria became the pioneer of submarine operations on the southern Mediterranean shore in the 1980s, when it introduced Soviet-built Kilo-class boats. Since then, its navy has steadily upgraded to more advanced variants, some armed with Kalibr cruise missiles capable of striking targets over 2,400 kilometers away. Continuous high-seas exercises and multinational drills have forged an exceptional skill set: veteran crews, specialized maintenance facilities, and a well-tested doctrine of deterrence ...

We recently launched a popular petition calling for the immediate deportation of Moroccans residing illegally on our soil . This move is neither a whim nor an expression of hatred, as some claim, but simply a call to respect the laws of the Republic, which regulate entry and residence in the national territory. Nevertheless, this initiative has sparked a wave of fierce attacks on social media, sometimes coming from individuals who claim to be “Algerians.” Today, it is our duty to clarify to public opinion the objective reasons that have led us to this step. In this article, we will outline three fundamental dimensions: economic, security, and social. We will then conclude by exposing the real motivations of those who oppose this petition, who in truth serve the project of chaos and threaten Algeria’s future. 1) Financial Drain Algeria currently hosts between 800,000 and 1.2 million illegal Moroccans. These individuals work without work permits, without administrative existence, and pay...

In November 1975, Spain withdrew from Western Sahara. Seizing the opportunity, Morocco and Mauritania illegally divided the land, in blatant violation of international law and the Sahrawi people’s right to self-determination. The Sahrawis became the first victims: bombed with napalm and phosphorus, massacred, and buried in mass graves beneath the desert sands. True to its revolutionary mission and the principles of November 1954, Algeria stood firm with the Sahrawi people. In January 1976, more than 2,000 Sahrawi civilians found refuge in Amgala, a vital water point in the desert, where the 41st Algerian Infantry Battalion, specialized in logistics and humanitarian support, was stationed. Their mission: to protect refugees, provide food, and deliver aid. But the Moroccan monarchy — the Makhzen — chose to reveal its true face. Amgala I (21–29 January 1976): Algerian Blood Spilled for Justice 21 January 1976 Polisario fighters struck a Mauritanian garrison in Dakhla, killing 60 soldiers....

While the Algerian president has taken a summer break, logically suspending his official activities, an unusual stir can be observed on the other side of the border. Many Moroccans, amplified by countless live streams and comments on social media, are eager to know: “Where is the Algerian president?” A question that might seem trivial at first glance, but in reality reveals deep political and psychological dynamics. A Revealing Paradox What stands out first is the paradox. The King of Morocco himself is often absent—whether for health reasons or extended vacations abroad—to the point that his prolonged absences have become a constant feature of Moroccan political life. Yet, despite this, the attention of many Moroccans is not focused on the management of their own internal affairs, but rather on the presence or absence of Algeria’s head of state. At the same time, Morocco is grappling with multiple crises: economic, with mounting debt; social, with poverty affecting millions of citizen...

The Moroccan newspaper Assahifa recently published an article attempting to downplay Algeria’s acquisition of the heavy tactical bomber Sukhoi-34, and the possibility of obtaining the multi-role stealth fighter Sukhoi-57, by suggesting that Morocco’s air force modernization program — based on F-16 Block 72 fighter jets and Apache AH-64E helicopters — could match Algerian capabilities. However, a serious technical military assessment shows that this comparison is nothing more than media rhetoric aimed at domestic consumption, and does not reflect the real gap in air power between the two countries. 1. Platforms That Cannot Be Compared Su-34 Fullback: A heavy tactical bomber with a combat range exceeding 3,000–4,000 km, capable of carrying over 8 tons of diverse weaponry, equipped with advanced navigation and attack systems enabling precise long-range strikes. Su-57: A fifth-generation fighter featuring stealth, super-maneuverability, multi-directional AESA radars, and a strong mix of ai...

For decades, Algeria has been a generous source of wealth for Morocco. Our western neighbor benefited abundantly from our resources: subsidized food products, hydrocarbons, gasoline, diesel, medicines… Sometimes this was through official trade, but often via smuggling networks. The greatest gift, however, was undoubtedly the Maghreb–Europe Gas Pipeline, built at Algeria’s initiative. It brought Morocco billions of dollars in transit fees and, more importantly, enabled it to provide cheap energy to attract foreign investors. The plain truth is this: before Algerian gas flowed through its territory, Morocco had no significant industry to speak of. Even the most hostile analysts admit the direct cause-and-effect link between the pipeline and Morocco’s industrial rise—because without energy, there can be no industry. And yet, the Moroccan regime repeats to anyone who will listen that the Algerian government harbors a deep hatred toward Morocco. But would any country supposedly “driven by h...

On August 1, 2025, Mali’s transitional military council announced with great fanfare the release of four Moroccan truck drivers who had been held by the so‑called Islamic State in the “three borders” region. At first glance, this might seem like an impressive security achievement. Yet behind the glittering façade lies a far more dangerous reality: a shady political‑security deal that has breathed new life into a terrorist organization, while exposing Morocco as a double‑faced actor — publicly claiming to fight terrorism while fueling it through illicit channels, foremost among them the drug trade. A Deal at the Expense of Regional Security Multiple consistent sources confirm that this was no heroic rescue, as Bamako portrayed it, but rather a full‑blown deal: the release of high‑ranking ISIS field commanders — such as Dadi Ould Cheib, known as “Abu Darda,” and Ammiya Ould el‑Bakkay — in exchange for handing over the Moroccan hostages, along with a substantial ransom payment. These two ...

Morocco proudly announces to the world its greatest “military achievement” yet: the promotion of Crown Prince Moulay Hassan to the rank of Colonel Staff Officer, before he has even blown out the candles on his twenty-second birthday. In armies that respect themselves, such a rank is earned only after half a lifetime of sweat, blood, and hard-earned experience. But in the King’s army, the process is much simpler: all one needs is to be heir to the throne, and the years are swept aside, the road shortened, and the gates of command thrown open—before one’s hands have even been dirtied by the dust of battle. 📜 In Professional Armies… A Colonel Staff Officer is Not Born, But Forged In France, the United States, Britain, Algeria, and elsewhere, the rank of Colonel Staff Officer is not gifted—it is seized after a long and arduous journey: The officer begins young as a lieutenant, learning how to read a map in the rain and how to sleep to the sound of gunfire. He becomes a captain after years...

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...

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 ...