Sahara political news
Here are some recent political news updates from the Sahara region:
Western Sahara
- Morocco and the Polisario Front, the main separatist movement in Western Sahara, have agreed to resume talks on the disputed territory's future. The talks, facilitated by the United Nations, aim to resolve the decades-long conflict over the territory's status. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- The Polisario Front has accused Morocco of violating a ceasefire agreement by building a new military base in Western Sahara. The move has raised tensions in the region and sparked concerns about the potential for renewed violence. (Source: Reuters)
Mauritania
- Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani has announced plans to hold a referendum on a new constitution, which would give more powers to the president and reduce the role of the prime minister. The move has been criticized by opposition parties, who say it is an attempt to consolidate power. (Source: AFP)
- The Mauritanian government has launched a crackdown on opposition parties, arresting several leaders and closing down opposition newspapers. The move has been condemned by human rights groups and international organizations. (Source: Human Rights Watch)
Algeria
- Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has announced plans to hold a national dialogue to address the country's political crisis, which has been ongoing since the 2019 protests. The dialogue aims to resolve the crisis and establish a new government. (Source: BBC)
- The Algerian military has announced that it will not intervene in politics, following a meeting between the military leadership and President Tebboune. The move is seen as a step towards resolving the political crisis. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Morocco
- Morocco has announced plans to hold a referendum on a new constitution, which would give more powers to the king and reduce the role of the government. The move has been criticized by opposition parties, who say it is an attempt to consolidate power. (Source: AFP)
- The Moroccan government has launched a crackdown on opposition parties, arresting several leaders and closing down opposition newspapers. The move has been condemned by human rights groups and international organizations. (Source: Human Rights Watch)
These are just a few examples of recent political news from the Sahara region. If you're looking for more information or specific updates on a particular country or issue, feel free to ask!