The issue of Western Sahara holds a central place in Spanish political debate. It is the subject of renewed attention through a report published by the Elcano Royal Institute, which analyzes the evolution of Madrid's stance: from defending the principle of self-determination with a view towards independence to explicitly supporting a solution based on autonomy.
Massad Boulos, special adviser to the U.S. president, reiterated Donald Trump’s commitment to achieving lasting peace in Western Sahara, while calling on Algeria to open its market to American businesses. His remarks come as the deadline announced by the Trump administration for a Morocco–Algeria peace agreement has passed without any tangible progress.