The Algerian-Moroccan regional conflict is the long conflict

 The political conflict between Morocco and Algeria is a long-standing dispute that has been ongoing for decades. The two countries have a history of animosity, stemming from the Algerian War of Independence in the 1950s and 60s. Since then, the two countries have been locked in a bitter rivalry over issues such as border disputes, economic competition, and regional influence.

The conflict between Morocco and Algeria dates back to the early days of independence for both countries. In 1962, Morocco declared its independence from France, while Algeria declared its independence from France in 1962 as well. This led to a period of tension between the two countries as they sought to establish their own national identities and assert their sovereignty over their respective territories.

In 1963, Morocco annexed the Spanish Sahara (now known as Western Sahara), which was then under Spanish control. This move was met with strong opposition from Algeria, who viewed it as an infringement on their own territorial integrity. This led to a series of border skirmishes between the two countries that lasted until 1976 when a ceasefire was declared.

Since then, tensions between Morocco and Algeria have remained high due to various issues such as economic competition and regional influence. In addition, both countries have accused each other of supporting separatist movements within their respective borders. For example, Morocco has accused Algeria of supporting the Polisario Front in Western Sahara while Algeria has accused Morocco of supporting separatists in Kabylia region in northern Algeria. 

The conflict between Morocco and Algeria has also been exacerbated by the presence of refugees from Western Sahara who fled into Algeria during the war for independence in 1975-76. These refugees are still living in camps in southern Algeria near Tindouf where they are supported by Algerian authorities despite protests from Moroccan authorities who view them as a threat to Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara. 

In recent years, there have been attempts by both sides to improve relations through diplomatic channels but these efforts have largely failed due to mutual distrust and suspicion between both sides. In addition, there is still no resolution to the dispute over Western Sahara which continues to be an obstacle to any potential reconciliation between Morocco and Algeria. 

Overall, it is clear that the political conflict between Morocco and Algeria is unlikely to be resolved anytime soon given its long history of animosity and mistrust between both sides. Until both sides can come together and find common ground on issues such as border disputes, economic competition, regional influence, refugee rights etc., this conflict will continue to remain unresolved