President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State, a move seen positively in Morocco. Rubio is known for his critical stance on Algeria's ties with Russia, having previously urged sanctions against Algeria under U.S. federal law.
Donald Trump announced his victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, claiming a historic win. World leaders, including French President Macron and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, congratulated him, while Morocco hopes for the fulfillment of Trump's previous commitments, particularly regarding recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara.
The UN has cut peacekeeping budget after being pressured by Trump's administration. On Friday the General Assembly agreed on reducing the expenses of the UN missions including the Minurso, which canceled the purchase of a new helicopter.
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