Algeria's Alleged Destabilization Attempt in Mauritania Amid Unprecedented Morocco-Mauritania Rapprochement

Recent developments in Morocco-Mauritania relations have raised concerns in Algeria, leading to alleged attempts to interfere in Mauritania's affairs, including a potential military coup. Mauritania's response involved heightened ties with Morocco and military changes. The evolving alliance may significantly alter the geopolitical landscape in Northwest Africa, intensifying regional cooperation.

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Algeria's Alleged Destabilization Attempt in Mauritania Amid Unprecedented Morocco-Mauritania Rapprochement
Mauritanian President Ghazouani's visit to Morocco

Recent developments in Morocco-Mauritania relations appear to have alarmed the Algerian regime, prompting an alleged attempt to interfere in Mauritania's internal affairs. According to available information, there are indications that Algeria was planning a military coup in Mauritania.

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Algeria's Alleged Interference

  • Visit of Algerian Army Chief of Staff Chengriha to Mauritania a few weeks ago
  • Suspicious meetings between Chengriha and some Mauritanian military leaders who were later dismissed
  • Algerian army's 90-kilometer incursion into Mauritanian territory coinciding with the Mauritanian President's visit to Morocco

Mauritania's Response

  • Special visit of Mauritanian President Ould Ghazouani to Morocco
  • Exchange of intelligence information with Morocco about the potential Algerian plot
  • Implementation of changes and dismissals among top military leaders two days after the President's return from Morocco

Strengthening Morocco-Mauritania Relations

  • Meeting between King Mohammed VI and President Ould Ghazouani in Rabat
  • Preparation for the Joint High Committee meeting in March 2025
  • Possibility of a historic visit by King Mohammed VI to Nouakchott
  • Intensified coordination between government sectors in both countries to prepare joint projects

These developments indicate a strategic shift in Morocco-Mauritania relations, which could lead to a change in the regional balance of power. Algeria seems to be concerned about this rapprochement and is allegedly attempting to hinder it by interfering in Mauritania's internal affairs.

The upcoming period is expected to witness unprecedented cooperation between Morocco and Mauritania across various sectors, potentially reshaping the geopolitical landscape in Northwest Africa.

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