The Algerian army’s intervention on February 4, in Ksar Ich, in the province of Figuig, is the latest in a series of incidents that call into question the relevance of the 1972 agreement. That accord, signed by Morocco and Algeria to delineate their land borders, is frequently invoked by Algiers whenever territorial disputes arise in the region.
Before becoming a world-renowned seaside hotspot, Saint-Tropez was home to a Muslim trading post, carefully guarded by Saracens in the 10th century. It later became a pirate city in the 16th century, then a humble fishing village on the French Riviera at the dawn of the 20th century, and finally a vibrant hub for New Wave artists in the 1960s. The region, known for the Fraxinet stronghold, felt the impact of Muslim conquests as early as the late 9th century.
While the Africa Eco Race participants are heading to Guerguerate, the Polisario is hosting a military drill in Amhereez. The Front, once again, denied alleged incursions in Guerguerate.
France has been able to amend parts of the draft resolution on the Sahara. However, the document still does not condemn the Polisario’s military incursions into the buffer zones.
Morocco’s diplomatic offensive and military efforts are finally started to bear fruit. The Polisario’s military presence in the Guerguerate and Mahbes has been significantly reduced.
Morocco is currently conducting a diplomatic offensive, responding to the Polisario’s violation of the 1991 ceasefire. This is not the first time that the Kingdom denounces such provocations.