Washington Reaffirms Support for Moroccan Autonomy Plan Amid Stalled Western Sahara Talks

In a recent interview, US Senior Advisor Massad Boulos discussed the diplomatic efforts surrounding the Western Sahara issue, reaffirming the United States’ stance while highlighting current challenges in reaching a final resolution.

Boulos emphasized that the U.S. position remains clear and unchanged following President Trump’s 2020 proclamation recognizing Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara. He noted that significant diplomatic effort went into UN Security Council Resolution 2797, which outlined a framework for a mutually acceptable, autonomy-based solution under Moroccan sovereignty.

Addressing the progress of negotiations, Boulos mentioned that three rounds of talks had taken place, involving foreign ministers from Algeria, Morocco, and Mauritania, alongside the leadership of the Polisario Front. While describing those sessions as constructive and productive, he acknowledged that a mutually acceptable solution has not yet been achieved.

According to Boulos, the process is currently awaiting further feedback and proposals on the autonomy plan from the Polisario Front to enable further progress under the UN framework.

When asked about Algeria’s role in the peace process, Boulos praised the bilateral relationship between Washington and Algiers, commending Algeria’s leadership for playing a supportive role. He noted that while regional partners can encourage dialogue, they cannot impose a solution on the parties involved.

Concluding the discussion on the current outlook, Boulos acknowledged that while engagement with the Polisario Front continues, there is no immediate or imminent resolution in sight at present.