UN Security Council supports Morocco’s plan for Western Sahara
Summary
The United Nations Security Council backed Morocco's plan for Western Sahara to have autonomy under Moroccan control. This decision aims to resolve the long-standing conflict over the territory, with the Polisario Front wanting independence. The Security Council also renewed the UN peacekeeping mission in the area for another year.Key Facts
- The UN Security Council supported Morocco's proposal for Western Sahara to have limited self-rule while remaining under Moroccan control.
- Western Sahara has been disputed since 1975 when Spain left, and Morocco claimed the land.
- The resolution was drafted by the United States and encouraged negotiations based on Morocco's 2007 autonomy plan.
- Eleven council members voted in favor, while Russia, China, and Pakistan abstained; Algeria did not vote.
- The UN peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara, known as MINURSO, had its mandate renewed for another year.
- Morocco's plan allows Western Sahara to have its own local government, but Morocco would handle defense and foreign affairs.
- The Polisario Front desires a referendum with an option for Western Sahara to become independent.
- President Trump and other countries like France and Britain have shown support for Morocco's proposal.
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