Mali backs Morocco’s plan for disputed Western Sahara, ending support for the Sahrawi Republic - AP News

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April 10, 2026
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Mali has ended support for the Sahrawi Republic, backing Morocco’s plan for disputed Western Sahara.

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Mali has officially backed Morocco's autonomy plan for the disputed Western Sahara, withdrawing its recognition of the Sahrawi Republic. This decision aligns Mali with Morocco's long-standing proposal for the territory, which Rabat considers its southern provinces. The move represents a significant diplomatic victory for Morocco and a setback for the Polisario Front, which seeks full independence for Western Sahara. Mali's shift could influence other African nations regarding the protracted conflict over the resource-rich region.

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