United Nations Concludes 35-Year Peacekeeping Mission in Western Sahara
The United Nations peacekeeping mission in the disputed region of Western Sahara has ended after 35 years of operations. The conclusion of the mission raises concerns regarding potential security risks in the territory.
The United Nations peacekeeping mission for the disputed region of Western Sahara has officially ceased operations after 35 years. Once ruled by Spain, the territory is currently claimed by both Morocco and the pro-independence Polisario Front.
Known as MINURSO, the mission had been stationed in the disputed area following a ceasefire established in 1991. The ending of these long-running operations has prompted warnings from the United Nations regarding new security risks in the region.
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