Abdelmajid Tebboune, President of Algeria Recent remarks by Abdelmadjid Tebboune have drawn attention after he addressed the long-running dispute over the Moroccan Sahara.
In his latest public appearance, Tebboune stated that regarding the Sahara issue, “there is a UN resolution, and it is moving forward.” His comment is seen by some observers as a shift in tone, especially as Algeria has traditionally supported the position of the Polisario Front, which calls for self-determination.
The reference is believed to be to UN Security Council Resolution 2797, adopted on October 31, 2025. The resolution encourages a political solution to the conflict and highlights the Moroccan autonomy initiative as a serious and credible basis for negotiations under Moroccan sovereignty.
Although Algeria did not take part in the vote, it later expressed its opposition to the resolution. However, Tebboune’s recent statement acknowledging the ongoing UN process has raised questions about whether Algeria’s position may be evolving.
The Moroccan autonomy plan, proposed by Morocco, offers self-governance for the region while maintaining Moroccan sovereignty. It has received growing international support, including backing from the United States and several other nations.
Despite these developments, the situation remains complex. Algeria continues to support the Polisario Front and maintains that the conflict should be resolved through a process of self-determination under the United Nations framework.
Observers note that Tebboune’s brief comments did not go into detail, and no official policy change has been announced. However, his acknowledgment of the UN-led process suggests that diplomatic dynamics around the Sahara issue may be gradually shifting.
The Moroccan Sahara dispute remains one of the longest-standing conflicts in North Africa, with ongoing efforts by the United Nations to reach a lasting political solution.
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