Algeria Eyes Spanish Election for Potential Diplomatic Reset
30 May 2023
Algeria no longer wants to negotiate with the government of Pedro Sanchez. The Algerian authorities are waiting for the early legislative elections on July 23 in Spain to (…)
Moroccan Sahara
Spain Calls Snap Election as Right-Wing Surge Threatens Sahara Policy Shift
29 May 2023
In the wake of the electoral debacle of his party, Pedro Sanchez, the President of the Spanish government, has just announced the holding of early elections for July 23. These (…)
UN Denies Rumors of Western Sahara Envoy’s Resignation, Affirms Continued Engagement
23 May 2023
The United Nations has issued a formal denial regarding a possible resignation of Staffan de Mistura, the personal envoy of the UN Secretary-General for the Sahara.
French School in Morocco Sparks Outrage Over Outdated Map Excluding Western Sahara
23 May 2023
While the United States has recognized the Moroccanness of the Sahara and unveiled the official map of Morocco integrating the Sahara, French high schools continue to use the (…)
Stranded Frenchman Converts Broken 2CV into Makeshift Motorcycle in Sahara Desert
20 May 2023
A Frenchman had a particular experience in the Sahara desert. His vehicle broke down while he was on a raid in the desert. He manages to transform it into a motorcycle to survive.
Lacoste Apologizes for Controversial Morocco Map on Clothing Line
18 May 2023
The case of the Lacoste polos displaying a truncated map of Morocco, excluding its southern provinces, has a new episode. The Minister of Industry and Trade, Ryad Mezzour, (…)
Researcher Expelled from Western Sahara While Studying Renewable Energy Impact
16 May 2023
The Moroccan authorities have expelled Roberto Cantoni, a researcher from the University of Barcelona, from the Sahara, where he had gone to conduct research on the (…)
French Opposition Leader Vows to Recognize Moroccan Sovereignty over Western Sahara
15 May 2023
In an interview, the deputy from the Alpes-Maritimes, Éric Ciotti, president of the Republican party, reiterated his support for the recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over (…)
Former Podemos Leader Criticizes Spain’s Stance on Western Sahara and Morocco
15 May 2023
The former Deputy Prime Minister and former leader of Podemos, Pablo Iglesias, said that "it is a mistake for Spain to give in to the Moroccan dictatorship and betray the (…)
US Praises Morocco’s King for Middle East Peace Efforts, Seeks Stronger Ties
15 May 2023
Washington hailed on Sunday the commitment of King Mohammed VI to "the advancement of regional peace and his leadership in promoting a safe and prosperous future for Israelis" (…)