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Western Sahara: Major Powers Back Morocco's Autonomy Proposal

8/3/2025

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Morocco's claim to Western Sahara gains backing from Britain, the US, and France, with a joint statement in June endorsing its autonomy proposal as a promising solution. The majority of the Sahara's residents champion Morocco's sovereignty and economic growth, challenging critics who seem disconnected from the region's aspirations.

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Morocco's claim to Western Sahara gains backing from Britain, the US, and France, with a joint statement in June endorsing its autonomy proposal as a promising solution. The majority of the Sahara's residents champion Morocco's sovereignty and economic growth, challenging critics who seem disconnected from the region's aspirations.