AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoMigration Crackdown: Morocco’s mass deportations of sub-Saharan migrants—reportedly arresting 100+ people a day since April 14—continue around Fnideq, Belyounech and Tangier, with accounts of beatings, racist abuse and forced transfers toward the Algerian border, as the EU ramps up border “externalization” funding ahead of a June migration pact. Western Sahara Flashpoint: A rocket strike near a civilian prison in Es-Smara on May 5 drew unusually fast, coordinated UN/EU/US/France condemnations, feeding fears of escalation in a conflict that’s long drawn less attention. Diplomatic Momentum: Morocco keeps stacking support: Ivory Coast and Dominica reaffirm backing for Rabat’s autonomy plan, while France and Morocco move toward a treaty to deepen ties after Paris recognized Morocco’s sovereignty in 2024. Security Partnership: Morocco also strengthens military links with Spain (a new Avante 1800 warship after 40+ years) and with the US through AFRICOM-linked exercises.
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