Morocco: France back sovereignty over Western Sahara

France have once again declared their support for Morocco and their claims to sovereignty over the Western Sahara, as reported by Saudi News Agency Asharq Al-Awsat on April 16th.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot released a statement reaffirming support following a meeting with his Moroccan counterpart Nasser Bourita.
In a letter sent to Moroccan King Mohammed VI in 2024, French President Emmanuel Macron formerly declared his support for Morocco.
Asharq Al-Awsat
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