The international press is particularly interested in the tension between Rabat and Berlin. The daily EL ESPAÑOL affirms that “according to foreign intelligence sources, the German counter-espionage obtained secret and sensitive information in Morocco on its action plans in European countries”.
“The intention was to assert itself as an ally of Germany in the fight against organized crime. In return, Rabat wanted Berlin to recognize Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara, ”explains the Spanish publication.
“Morocco has sought to set up a bilateral cooperation scheme in Central Europe similar to that which it maintains with its major allies on the continent, such as Spain and France (…) in controlling drug trafficking and migrations.”
“Nevertheless, Germany’s firm position on respect for international law” thwarted Moroccan plans. “The German decision then ‘infected’ the rest of European countries when it came to taking a stand on the conflict in Western Sahara, according to reports from Paris and Rabat,” the publication reveals.
As a reminder, the Moroccan Foreign Ministry on Monday, March 1, ordered the head of government and ministers to “suspend all contact with the German embassy in Morocco.” Due to the deep misunderstandings with the Federal Republic of Germany over fundamental issues of the Kingdom of Morocco “. A source who requested anonymity gave Yabiladi a reason linked to a spy case. In the viewfinder, the German embassy but also the German political foundations established in Morocco.
