The World : Morocco Cuts India Ties

Morocco broke diplomatic relations with India after New Delhi announced that it recognized the republic proclaimed by Polisario guerrillas fighting Morocco for control of Western Sahara. The Moroccan Foreign Ministry said India’s recognition of the Saharan Arab Democratic Republic prejudged the outcome of a referendum in the disputed territory, as called for by the Organization of African Unity and the United Nations. By recognizing the Polisario, India belittled the principle of self-determination, Morocco said.