Algeria has withdrawn its ambassador from France following President Emmanuel Macron's endorsement of Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara, which he described as the 'only' viable solution to the dispute. This statement has drawn sharp criticism from Algeria and the pro-independence Polisario Front, which seeks complete independence for the territory. Macron's comments mark a significant shift in France's stance, now openly supporting Moroccan sovereignty, which has further strained Franco-Algerian relations. The Algerian foreign ministry condemned the move, labeling it unprecedented and expressing its discontent. Meanwhile, the United Nations peace process regarding Western Sahara remains stalled, complicating the situation further. The ongoing tensions underscore the complex geopolitical dynamics in North Africa.