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France backs Morocco in dispute over Western Sahara

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France 's President Emmanuel Macron says Western Sahara should be under Moroccan sovereignty.

He said it was the "only basis" for a just and lasting political settlement.

France 's backing of Morocco 's territorial claim angered Algeria , which has withdrawn its ambassador to Paris .

Analysts say France 's decision to back Morocco 's claim is an attempt to repair relations.