Why Algeria is going to clash with Russia and Türkiye over Libya
Algeria has expressed its dissent towards the policies of Russia and Turkey in Africa, particularly in Libya. The article by Giuseppe Gagliano
Algeria has publicly expressed its dissent towards the policies of Russia and Turkey in some African countries, particularly in Libya . The Algerian government has called for the withdrawal of all foreign and mercenary forces from Libyan territory, considering them a threat to the security and stability of the country and the region.
ALGERIA'S REQUESTS ON LIBYA
The Algerian president, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, instructed the prime minister, Nadhir Arbaoui, to intervene at the Brazzaville summit on his behalf. Arbaoui reiterated that Libya's sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence must be respected by all external parties involved in the crisis. He also underlined that the only possible solution is a path that establishes the principle of national sovereignty.
The Algerian Foreign Ministry reiterated President Tebboune's support for strengthening ties of brotherhood, solidarity and cooperation between Algeria and Libya. The aim is to promote stability in the region and in the regional neighbourhood.
TENSIONS IN VIEW WITH RUSSIA AND Türkiye?
Tebboune's call for the withdrawal of mercenaries from Libya could damage Algeria's bilateral relations with Moscow and Ankara. These two countries are considered among Algeria's main strategic allies. Algiers is also unhappy with the growing presence of Russia and Turkey in Mali, where they collaborate with the ruling military junta, ignoring Algeria's interests.
Last month, Mali's military government canceled the reconciliation agreement with separatist groups, known as the "Algiers Agreement", accusing Algeria of hostile activities and interference. Algeria, concerned by the growing cooperation between Russia, Turkey and the military junta of Mali, which undermines its role in the region, is therefore reconsidering its ties with Ankara and Moscow, moving closer to the United States and the European Union.
A COMPLEX POSITION
Tebboune is preparing to visit France soon, after postponing the visit for a long time. His decision to move closer to Europe could be seen as a sign of distancing himself from Russia and Turkey.
However, Algeria's position remains complex. The country maintains economic and security relations with Russia and Turkey, and it is unclear whether it is willing to sacrifice these interests for greater cooperation with the West.
The next few weeks will be crucial to understand how Algeria's relations with Russia, Turkey, the United States and the European Union will evolve. Algeria's position will have a significant impact on the stability of the Maghreb and Sahel region.
This is a machine translation from Italian language of a post published on Start Magazine at the URL https://www.startmag.it/mondo/algeria-dissenso-russia-turchia-libia/ on Sat, 10 Feb 2024 07:10:57 +0000.