Russia-Africa Summit: Tebboune reiterates call for Western Sahara self-determination
At the Russia-Africa summit in Moscow, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune reiterated Algeria's firm stance on the Western Sahara issue. In a speech delivered on his behalf by Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb, the President stated that regional security and stability depend on ending the final traces of colonialism in Africa. President Tebboune expressed gratitude for Russia's principled position in support of the UN-led process and the efforts of the UN Secretary-General's personal envoy. He reaffirmed that a lasting and just political settlement must guarantee the Sahrawi people's right to self-determination in line with international legality.