Spanish activist Felipa Velazquez, previously a vocal supporter of the Polisario Front, has publicly shifted her position to endorse Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's support for Morocco's territorial integrity regarding Western Sahara. The announcement was made on July 28, 2026, according to verified reports.
Velazquez stated that she now recognizes the Moroccan autonomy plan as a viable solution for the Western Sahara dispute, aligning with Sánchez's 2022 decision to back Morocco's stance. This marks a significant reversal from her earlier advocacy for Sahrawi independence.
The activist's change of heart comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts between Spain and Morocco, which have strengthened since Sánchez's visit to Rabat in April 2022. The Spanish government has consistently emphasized the autonomy plan as the most realistic basis for resolving the conflict.
No further details about Velazquez's motivations or any specific events leading to her decision were available from verified sources at the time of reporting.
