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UN Endorses Morocco's Autonomy Plan Amidst Controversy

11/1/2025

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On October 31, 2025, the United Nations Security Council endorsed Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara.
The resolution, backed by 11 countries, urges negotiations on Morocco's 2007 proposal.
King Mohammed VI of Morocco hailed the vote as a victorious chapter and urged dialogue with Algeria.
The Polisario Front rejected the resolution, saying it does not recognize Moroccan sovereignty.
The resolution requires a six-month review of the UN peacekeeping mission's future.

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On October 31, 2025, the United Nations Security Council endorsed Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara.
The resolution, backed by 11 countries, urges negotiations on Morocco's 2007 proposal.
King Mohammed VI of Morocco hailed the vote as a victorious chapter and urged dialogue with Algeria.
The Polisario Front rejected the resolution, saying it does not recognize Moroccan sovereignty.
The resolution requires a six-month review of the UN peacekeeping mission's future.