Keywords: Diplomatic


Lagouira Dispute: Mauritania Reaffirms Support for UN-Led Negotiations

Mauritania has rejected suggestions that it is seeking territorial control over Lagouira, seeking to clarify its official position amid renewed media attention surrounding border arrangements and regional diplomatic relations. Mohamed Ould Bebana, Mauritania’s minister of culture, arts, communication......

Ceuta: Spain and Italy Restore Free Movement Without Additional Border Controls

Spain and Italy have decided to end the exceptional border controls imposed on their respective nationals, which were introduced after the massive influx of migrants to Ceuta in July 2026. The announcement was made on Thursday, October 22, by the Italian Ministry of the Interior, marking a de-escalation......

UN Report on the Moroccan Sahara Signals a New Phase in Autonomy Negotiations

The United Nations’ latest report on the Moroccan Sahara points to a renewed diplomatic effort focused on the practical arrangements needed to reach a negotiated settlement, according to an analysis published by the Policy Center for the New South (PCNS). The report, submitted by UN Secretary-General......

Moroccan Consulate in Orly Vandalized as French Authorities Investigate Suspected Polisario Supporters

ORLY, France — The Consulate General of Morocco in Orly has condemned damage to its premises following an incident reported overnight on October 15–16, with French authorities investigating the case and three of the five alleged suspects reportedly arrested. In a statement issued on October......

Italy and Spain extend travel restrictions amid dispute over migration in Ceuta

Tensions between Italy and Spain have intensified over migration management linked to Ceuta, with both governments extending restrictions affecting movement between the two European Union members. Rome has decided to maintain its travel measures against Spain for an additional week, according to an Italian......

European Commission declines to intervene in Morocco-Spain naval dispute near Ceuta

The European Commission has distanced itself from a dispute between Morocco and Spain over the movements of Moroccan naval vessels near Ceuta, describing the matter as a bilateral issue that should be addressed directly by the two countries. The position, reported by Spanish news agency EFE, signals......

Colombia Opens Embassy in Jerusalem as Abelardo de la Espriella Restores Ties With Israel

Colombia’s decision to establish its embassy in Jerusalem marks a significant shift in its diplomatic relationship with Israel, signaling a sharp departure from the policy pursued by former president Gustavo Petro and placing the new administration at odds with the prevailing international consensus......

Jared Kushner faces lawsuit over diplomatic role and financial disclosures

A U.S. government watchdog has filed a lawsuit seeking to prevent Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, from continuing his diplomatic activities without meeting financial disclosure and ethics requirements. The case challenges the legal status of Kushner’s role in ongoing U.S.......

Moroccan Sahara Dispute: Algeria Warns UN Security Council Ahead of Key Resolution

Algeria has renewed its opposition to any United Nations Security Council decision that it believes would recognise Morocco’s sovereignty over the Moroccan Sahara, as diplomatic discussions continue ahead of an expected resolution on the long-running regional dispute. Addressing the UN General......