Algeria warns France over the “Sharki 2025” joint military drills with Morocco, viewing them as provocative. Secretary-General Lounes Magramane urges France to clarify its position to prevent escalating tensions. The exercises are scheduled for September 22, 2025, near Algeria’s border, following planning efforts from May 2024.
Algeria has issued a formal warning to France concerning planned joint military exercises with Morocco, labeled as “provocative” and set to occur near the Algerian border in September. The drills, named “Sharki 2025,” are anticipated to escalate tensions between Algeria and France, as they may intensify existing conflicts.
Secretary-General Lounes Magramane of the Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs discussed Algeria’s concerns with French Ambassador Stephane Romatet. Magramane urged that these military actions could worsen the already strained bilateral relations, potentially leading to more severe outcomes.
He requested clearer communication from France about its intentions regarding these drills, underlining the risks they pose to regional stability. This appeal contributes to the growing diplomatic discord fueled by historical grievances and recent remarks from French officials about Algeria.
The “Sharki 2025” exercise, marking the second iteration of such drills, will commence on September 22, 2025, in Bechar, close to Algeria’s southwestern border. The planning for these maneuvers initiated earlier in May 2024, focusing on resource coordination between France and Morocco.
Training events will occur in specific areas such as the Artillery Training Center (CTM) “Rahmat Allah” and “Afrido” in Rachidia, which lies under 100 kilometers from Bechar, further illustrating the proximity of the exercise to the contentious border region.
Algeria’s warning to France regarding the “Sharki 2025” military exercises highlights the increasing strain in Franco-Algerian relations, emphasizing the potential for heightened tensions in the region. Secretary-General Magramane’s discussions with the French ambassador indicate serious concerns about the ramifications of such joint actions. This military collaboration underscores ongoing historical dissensions and underscores the need for clarity in diplomatic engagement between the involved nations.
Original Source: www.moroccoworldnews.com
