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French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin visited Algeria to revive judicial cooperation and discuss the case of detained French journalist Christophe Gleizes. The visit marks a thaw in relations following a diplomatic dispute over Western Sahara.
France is returning its ambassador to Algeria and sending a senior envoy to ceremonies marking the 1945 Sétif massacre, as both countries seek to mend frayed ties. The visit comes amid ongoing disputes over Western Sahara and the detention of a French journalist, which remains a key issue in the dialogue.
Chad and Algeria have signed 34 agreements covering energy, security, and economic sectors during President Déby's visit to Algiers. The deals include a 20,000 barrel/day refinery and counter-terrorism cooperation, framed by analysts as part of Algeria's push to counter Moroccan influence in the Sahel region.
The European Union has renewed its backing for Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara, with foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas calling Morocco a 'close, reliable, and strategic partner' during a visit to Rabat. Meanwhile, the United States has reiterated its support for Moroccan sovereignty over the territory, urging a swift resolution to the decades-old conflict.