In fact, this supposed peace deal has ruptured decades of U.S. foreign policy in North Africa, and it sets the stage for more violent conflict, not less. Western Sahara was a stateless territory lacking a central government when Spain occupied it in 1884. Washington should instead look after its larger national interest in stability and peace in North Africa, where regional conflicts have created havens for terrorist groups. Washington should instead look after its larger national interest in stability and peace in North Africa, where regional conflicts have created havens for terrorist groups. Indeed, Biden would be wise to disregard those who short-sightedly see resumed war in North Africa as an acceptable risk of doing business.

Source: The North Africa Journal December 22, 2020 23:56 UTC