A diplomatic source, speaking on condition of anonymity, has stated that Morocco does not possess the political will to reach a definitive solution to the Western Sahara conflict. The statement was reported by the Algerian news agency APS on August 15, 2026.
The diplomat's remarks come amid ongoing tensions between Morocco and the Polisario Front, which seeks independence for Western Sahara. The United Nations has been mediating efforts to resolve the dispute, but a lasting political settlement remains elusive.
Morocco has proposed an autonomy plan under its sovereignty, while the Polisario Front insists on a referendum for self-determination. The UN has called for a mutually acceptable political solution, but negotiations have stalled since 2019.
The diplomat's comments highlight the deep divisions that persist over the territory, which Morocco considers its southern provinces. The African Union and other international bodies have urged both parties to resume talks without preconditions.
