UN's peacekeeping mission in disputed Western Sahara ends after 35 years
⟶ The United Nations' peacekeeping mission for the disputed Western Sahara ceased operations on Sunday. This mission had been ongoing for 35 years.
The U.N.'s long-running peacekeeping mission for the disputed Western Sahara ceased operations Sunday after 35 years. Once ruled by Spain, it is claimed by both Morocco and the pro-independence Polisario Front.
Background
The territory of Western Sahara was once ruled by Spain. It is currently claimed by both Morocco and the pro-independence Polisario Front.
Why it matters
The mission's cessation marks the end of a 35-year presence in a region with a long-standing territorial dispute. This development could have implications for the future of the conflict between Morocco and the Polisario Front.