As of July 30, 2026, the Trump administration has continued to strengthen its diplomatic and economic ties with Morocco, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from the Polisario Front, which seeks independence for Western Sahara. The United States has maintained its recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara, a policy shift initiated under President Donald Trump in December 2020.
Recent developments include increased U.S. investment in Moroccan infrastructure and expanded military cooperation, according to verified reports from the U.S. State Department and Moroccan government sources. The Polisario Front has condemned these actions, arguing they undermine United Nations efforts to hold a self-determination referendum in the disputed territory.
The Trump administration's stance has been consistent with its 2020 recognition of Morocco's claim, which was part of a normalization agreement between Morocco and Israel. No new major policy announcements have been made as of this date, but the ongoing alignment has fueled tensions in the region.
