France recognized Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara | News in brief

12:04•Updated 12:10

France recognized Morocco’s sovereignty in Western Sahara and changed its decades-long position.

Western Sahara is located south of Morocco in North Africa.

France is now one part of a growing force supporting Moroccan sovereignty in the region. France’s recognition is a significant victory for Morocco.

The United Nations has a peace process in Western Sahara that is at a standstill.

Source: Reuters

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