US President reaffirms Washington's recognition of 'Moroccan Sahara' on the occasion of the Throne Day - Sarmad

US President Donald Trump reaffirmed his country’s support for Morocco’s autonomy plan for the Sahara. In a message sent to Moroccan King Mohammed VI on the occasion of the 27th anniversary of his accession to the throne, Trump stressed that Washington recognizes Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara and considers the autonomy initiative the sole basis for reaching a resolution to the dispute.

Trump stated in the message that “the United States is clear: we recognize Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara, and we support the serious, credible, and realistic Moroccan autonomy proposal as the only basis for achieving a just and lasting solution.”

He added that “any other path that prolongs the status quo is unacceptable,” affirming that the United States will continue to push for progress in ending this conflict.