Resolution 2756 : Morocco applauds, Polisario silent on Algeria’s abstention

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.

At the Security Council, countries call on Morocco to authorize UN visits to Sahara

The three pillars of French engagement in the Saharan provinces

President Macron's recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara in July 2024 is now entering the operational phase. Following his speech to the Moroccan Parliament and the signing of numerous agreements, here are the three main areas of action France is focusing on in the Saharan provinces.

Polisario Front condemns Macron's endorsement of Moroccan sovereignty over Sahara

UN Security Council postpones vote on Sahara resolution

France to sustain investments in Morocco, including Sahara

France updates official map of Morocco to include the Sahara

President Macron : «Our position on the Sahara is not hostile to anyone»

Sahara issue : Egyptian President’s stance disappoints Algeria’s Tebboune

Sahara : At the UN, the USA and France reject Algeria's amendments to the draft resolution

The Biden administration's draft resolution on the Sahara issue has been reviewed by the «Club of Friends of Western Sahara» and is now being discussed by the UN Security Council, with Algeria unsuccessfully pushing for amendments on human rights monitoring and a direct negotiation format.