Posts Tagged ‘Mauritania’
Between division and internal problems, what is the future of the Polisario?
There is currently widespread belief among pro-Moroccan, neutral, and pro-independence individuals that the Polisario Front is weakened and vulnerable to exploitation by Morocco. This belief is reinforced by recent events such as the resignation of Oubi Bachir Bouchraya, the Polisario Front’s representative in Europe, due to “deep differences” and “forced methods” within the organization. Bouchraya’s…
Read MoreNew Moroccan drone strikes against the Polisario : A beginning of a resumption of daily strikes?
The Moroccan army reportedly carried out a strike against “armed elements” in the area of Mijek near the border with Mauritania. This action was allegedly in response to rumors and threats from the Polisario about the arrival of Iranian drones. However, the pro-Polisario media claims that the strike was against civilians. The incident is said…
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