Contrary to the Polisario’s wishes, the Sumar ministers have not withdrawn from the Spanish government. They have voiced no opposition to last week’s reaffirmation of Spain’s support for Morocco’s position on the Sahara. However, the five ministers did not hesitate to express their disagreement with the head of government on a different issue.
In a letter sent to Prime Minister Saadeddine El Othmani, the head of Yemen’s Houthi movement thanked Morocco for «ceasing» military operations with Saudi-led coalition. This comes as Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita said that Morocco is still part of the coalition.
Concerned about the economic future of Ceuta and Melilla, a Spanish political formation has urged the government to sign a new treaty with Morocco. The initiative aims at solving border issues with the Kingdom.
Despite being stuck in the Yemen war against the Houthi rebels, Saudi Arabia is planning to send ground troops to Syria to fight against ISIS and Morocco is highly impacted by this new decision.