King Mohammed VI marked the 49th anniversary of the Green March, emphasizing Morocco's established sovereignty over the Sahara and the region's ongoing development, stability, and global support. He also criticized those who cling to outdated positions on the Sahara issue and urged the UN to recognize the reality of Morocco's sovereignty in contrast to baseless claims.
Donald Trump announced his victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, claiming a historic win. World leaders, including French President Macron and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, congratulated him, while Morocco hopes for the fulfillment of Trump's previous commitments, particularly regarding recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara.
Following the UN Security Council's adoption of a new resolution on the Sahara, Morocco’s UN Ambassador, Omar Hilale, held a press briefing in New York last night, highlighting two key moments.
While Morocco welcomed the new Security Council resolution, the Polisario expressed clear disappointment. In its statement, the Front notably omitted any mention of Algeria’s decision to abstain from the vote.