Trump Reaffirms Moroccan Sovereignty and Names Major Highway After Him

Donald Trump Mohammed VI Western Sahara autonomy proposal Donald J. Trump Highway

U.S. President Donald J. Trump sent a congratulatory message to King Mohammed VI on the 27th anniversary of the Moroccan throne. In the message he praised the king’s “wise leadership,” reaffirmed that the United States recognises Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara and endorsed Morocco’s autonomy proposal as the only serious, credible and realistic path to a lasting solution. He warned that any other approach would prolong the status‑quo and said the conflict must end now, adding that U.S. teams will work on economic and social development in Morocco, including the Sahara, with focus on energy, artificial intelligence, critical minerals and defence.

King Mohammed VI officially named the 1,055‑km Tiznit‑Dakhla expressway the “Donald J. Trump Highway,” the longest road infrastructure in Africa, linking the north and south of Morocco and strengthening the strategic north‑south corridor. President Trump thanked the king on Truth Social, expressing hope to travel the entire length of the highway.

The exchange underscores a deepening U.S.–Morocco partnership, marking 250 years of friendship and highlighting cooperation on security in the Sahel, the Abraham Accords, and broader economic ties.

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Al Ayoun · Al Ayoun cohort · Al‑Ayoun officer cohort · Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan · Crown Prince Moulay Hassan · Donald J. Trump · Donald J. Trump Highway · Interior Minister Abdelouafi Laftit · King Mohammed VI · Mohammed VI · Moroccan Armed Forces · Moroccan Ministry of Interior

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[● 11 SOURCES] King Mohammed VI presided over an oath‑taking ceremony in Tetouan on the 27th anniversary of his accession. machahid24.com · alyaoum24.com · www.taxinews.ma · ihata.ma · www.akhbarona.com · +1 more
[● 5 SOURCES] Graduates from the Royal Military Academy, Royal Air Force School, Royal Naval School, Royal Medical Services School and various semi‑military institutes took the oath. machahid24.com · alyaoum24.com · ihata.ma
[● 5 SOURCES] The King highlighted modern equipment, training and social welfare for the armed forces. machahid24.com · alyaoum24.com · ihata.ma
[● 5 SOURCES] The graduating officer cohort for 2026 was named “Al Ayoun”. machahid24.com · alyaoum24.com · ihata.ma
[● 11 SOURCES] Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan and Prince Moulay Rachid accompanied the King at the ceremony. machahid24.com · alyaoum24.com · www.taxinews.ma · ihata.ma · www.akhbarona.com · +1 more
[● 5 SOURCES] The King promoted several non‑commissioned officers to officer rank for the 2026 cohort. machahid24.com · alyaoum24.com · ihata.ma
[● 4 SOURCES] The name “Al Ayoun” refers to the capital of Morocco’s southern regions. machahid24.com · alyaoum24.com · ihata.ma
[● 12 SOURCES] The ceremony concluded with a five‑gun salute. www.taxinews.ma · ihata.ma · www.akhbarona.com · alyaoum24.com · northafricapost.com
[● 4 SOURCES] Interior Minister Abdelouafi Laftit and regional governors renewed allegiance to the King. northafricapost.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Royal Armed Forces issued a message reaffirming loyalty to King Mohammed VI on Throne Day.
[● 2 SOURCES] A five‑gun salute marked the conclusion of the ceremony.
[● 4 SOURCES] King Mohammed VI presided over a loyalty ceremony in Tetouan on July 31, 2026. theeuropetoday.com · www.cawalisse.com