Moroccan Sahara: Washington Firmly Reaffirms Recognition of Moroccan Sovereignty and Urges Swift Resolution
The envoy and son-in-law of the American President, Massad Boulos, delivered an unequivocal message: the United States’ position on the Sahara remains unchanged and firmly rooted in explicit support for Morocco’s sovereignty. A statement that confirms Washington’s strategic continuity on this issue, while increasing pressure on the parties involved to accelerate the resolution of a conflict that has dragged on for decades.
Speaking during a televised interview, the diplomat highlighted President Donald Trump’s personal interest in the matter, stating that the time has come to move from a logic of endless discussions to a phase of concrete conclusions. According to him, ongoing negotiations cannot continue indefinitely—an unmistakable warning directed at those slowing the process.
An American Position Presented as a “Political Ceiling”
Massad Boulos stressed that the American stance represents a level of commitment that goes beyond the traditional parameters of the United Nations-led process. In other words, Washington is not merely supporting discussions; it is officially maintaining its recognition of the Moroccan character of the Sahara as a major political foundation.
In this context, he welcomed UN Security Council Resolution 2797, describing it as a significant step toward a realistic political solution, while reiterating that the United States intends to play an active facilitating role in bringing positions closer together.
Discreet Talks Under American Pressure
The envoy’s remarks come after confidential meetings held in Madrid, bringing together Moroccan representatives, members of the separatist front, as well as delegations from Algeria and Mauritania, in the presence of UN envoy Staffan de Mistura. The precise content of these discussions remains confidential, with Washington leaving it to the participants to disclose details if they so choose.
During these talks, Morocco presented a detailed document outlining its expanded vision of the autonomy plan—a proposal regularly described by several powers as serious, credible and realistic.
An Implicit Message to Regional Actors
Asked about the role of other parties, Massad Boulos limited himself to stating that some do not participate directly in the technical negotiations while supporting the process. A diplomatic formulation that avoids open confrontation yet subtly underscores regional responsibilities in the prolongation of the dispute.
Underlying the American signal is a clear message: recognition of Moroccan sovereignty is neither provisional nor symbolic, but rather a lasting strategic pillar of Washington’s diplomacy. And from now on, time is working against stagnation.
Translated from Abderrazzak Boussaid’s French article – le7tv
