Morocco
UN Peacekeepers Injured in Vehicle Accident in Western Sahara
A MINURSO vehicle was involved Wednesday evening in an accident that occurred after the vehicle overturned in which the blue helmets were traveling.
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MINURSO
Morocco
UN Refutes Polisario Claims of 'Open War' in Western Sahara, Calls for Restraint
Contrary to the Polisario’s allegations of an "open war" in the Sahara, Stéphane Dujarric, the UN spokesperson, assures that the situation is normal. However, he calls on Morocco and the separatist movement to exercise restraint.
Morocco
UN Urges Calm as Morocco-Polisario Clashes Escalate at Sahara Border Crossing
The new exchanges of fire between Morocco and the Polisario at the Guerguerat border crossing are worrying the UN. It calls on the parties to take all necessary measures to defuse tensions.
Morocco
Morocco Informs UN Security Council of Military Action in Guerguerat Buffer Zone
The Security Council has been informed of the latest developments in Guerguerat in the Moroccan Sahara . A comprehensive report was made on the operation of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) to secure the free movement of people and goods in the buffer zone.
Morocco
Former Spanish PM Zapatero Endorses Morocco's Sahara Autonomy Plan as "Ambitious and Reasonable"
José Luis Rodriguez Zapatero supports the autonomy plan proposed by the kingdom for the Moroccan Sahara. At a time when we are seeing a resurgence of tensions between Morocco and the Polisario front , the former Spanish Prime Minister notes that the resolution of the Sahara issue will depend on the implementation of this "ambitious and reasonable solution".
Morocco
Morocco's Military Clears Guerguerat Border Crossing, Ousting Polisario Militiamen
On the instructions of King Mohammed VI , Chief of the General Staff and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) provided a "definitive" solution to the blockade of the Guerguerat border crossing on Friday, November 13. The military intervention allowed to rout about sixty Polisario militiamen.
Morocco
UN Peacekeepers Evacuate Western Sahara Buffer Zone Amid Rising Tensions
The elements of the Minurso are preparing to leave the buffer zone towards the Canary Islands. The United Nations would have addressed a request to Spain, in anticipation of a conflict between Morocco and the Polisario .
Morocco
Polisario Front Warns of War, Accuses Morocco of Military Escalation in Western Sahara
"Mr. Lahbib, a member of the Polisario, also the Sahrawi Minister" of Defense accuses Morocco of wanting to destabilize the Guerguerat region and threatens to violate the 1991 ceasefire agreement. The UN is also in his sights.
Morocco
Polisario Front Warns Morocco Over Military Presence at Western Sahara Border
The rift is burning again between Morocco and the Polisario over the presence of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) at the El Guerguerat border crossing. A warning has been issued to the kingdom against military escalation and its repercussions.
France
France Warns Polisario: Guerguerat Blockade Threatens Sahara Peace Process
Faced with "the current deadlock situation" caused by the Polisario in the buffer zone of Guerguerat , France warns that such a situation is likely to create "tensions that could undermine the political process".
Morocco
UN Security Council Extends MINURSO Mandate in Western Sahara for Another Year
The mandate of the United Nations Mission for the Organization of a Referendum in the Sahara (MINURSO) has been extended until October 31, 2021 during the latest virtual meeting of the United Nations Security Council. This decision was adopted by a written procedure of the 15 members of the Council following the cancellation of in-person meetings at the UN headquarters.
Morocco
UN Chief Urges Polisario to Withdraw from Guerguerat Buffer Zone
The UN Secretary-General has once again demanded the departure of the Polisario and the liberation of the buffer zone of Guerguerat .