Algeria has long positioned itself as a champion of «just causes», notably Western Sahara and Palestine. Yet its record during its tenure on the United Nations Security Council tells a very different story. The 2024–2025 term has marked an unprecedented weakening of Algerian diplomacy.
In media statements, Ambassador Omar Hilale took a firm stance against the belligerent threats made by the Polisario, while maintaining a diplomatic tone towards Algeria. This contrast in tone sheds light on the political shifts unfolding behind the scenes.