The Mexico-RASD Friendship Group of the Chamber of Deputies has called for the immediate and unconditional release of Sahrawi political prisoner and human rights defender Naama Asfari, according to a statement issued on July 15, 2026.
The group, which promotes bilateral ties between Mexico and the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (RASD), urged Mexican authorities to intervene diplomatically to secure Asfari's freedom. Asfari has been detained in Morocco since 2023, facing charges related to his activism for Western Sahara's independence.
Human rights organizations have repeatedly denounced his detention as arbitrary and politically motivated. The Mexican deputies' statement aligns with international calls for his release, emphasizing the need to respect fundamental freedoms in the disputed territory.
As of July 16, 2026, no official response has been reported from Moroccan authorities regarding the Mexican group's appeal.
