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Morocco says it will continue to abide by ceasefire agreement in Western Sahara
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Morocco says it will continue to abide by ceasefire agreement in Western Sahara

The United Nations Security Council failed to pass a resolution to extend the mission's authorization, ending the 35-year peacekeeping operation.

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  • After the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ended, the Moroccan palace stated that it would still abide by the ceasefire agreement in the region.
  • The Security Council failed to authorize an extension on October 30, the mission expired on October 31, and the peacekeeping force was withdrawn from November 1.
  • The FPSP expresses concern and Algeria expresses deep regret.

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Why It Matters

The issue of Western Sahara is a legacy of history. The two parties to the conflict are Morocco and the Popular Front for the Liberation of Western Sahara, which is supported by Algeria. The United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara was established in 1991. Its core function is to monitor the ceasefire and prepare for the organization of the referendum.

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China News Service, Beijing, November 5th, Rabat News: On November 4th, local time, the Moroccan Royal Palace issued a statement stating that although the United Nations peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara has ended, Morocco will still be committed to fulfilling its international commitments and continue to abide by the ceasefire agreement in the region.

According to news from Reuters and other media, the United Nations Security Council failed to pass a resolution on extending the mission's authorization on October 30. The mission's authorization expired on October 31. This 35-year peacekeeping operation came to an end, and the relevant peacekeeping forces were withdrawn in an orderly manner from November 1. The mission was previously responsible for monitoring ceasefires and preventing the escalation of conflicts in Western Sahara.

The issue of Western Sahara is a legacy of history. The conflict is between Morocco and the Popular Front for the Liberation of Western Sahara (Frente Popular for the Liberation of Western Sahara), an independence movement supported by Algeria. The latter has been seeking to establish an independent state since the former colonial ruler Spain withdrew from the region.

The United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara was established in 1991. Its core function is to monitor the ceasefire between Morocco and the Polisario Front and prepare for the organization of a referendum.

In response to the withdrawal of United Nations peacekeeping forces, the Moroccan Royal Palace emphasized in a statement that Morocco's "voluntary commitment" to the ceasefire agreement will not change due to the end of the peacekeeping mission. Previously, King Mohammed VI of Morocco hosted a high-level meeting, attended by the prime minister, royal advisers and the army chief of staff. Mohammed VI also urged all parties to remain vigilant and ensure "strict respect for the territorial integrity of the Kingdom, national security and the tranquility of its citizens."

The PFLP expressed "concern" about the end of the UN peacekeeping mission, while Algeria expressed "deep regret". (over)

What to Watch

AI outlook — possibilities, not facts

  • Morocco to monitor ceasefire in Western Sahara on its own without UN peacekeepers

    Likely · Within weeks

  • Tensions may escalate in Western Sahara

    Possible · Within months

Open Questions

  • After the withdrawal of peacekeeping forces, can the ceasefire in Western Sahara continue to be effectively monitored?
  • Will Morocco and FPSP resume the referendum process?
  • What specific actions will Algeria take in response to the end of its peacekeeping mission?

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This article was originally published by 中国新闻网.

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