Under Secretary for Political Affairs David Hale

UN Mission Urges Libya to Safeguard Press Freedom and Civic Space

The United Nations Support Mission in Libya has called on all parties in Libya to respect and protect freedom of expression, urging an end to intimidation, arbitrary detention and legal harassment targeting journalists and civil Society actors. In a statement marking World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2026, the mission stressed that a safe […]

Opening of OECS Consulate in Dakhla reflects strong relationship between Morocco & Eastern Caribbean States; confirms growing Support for Sahara’s Moroccanness

The opening of a consulate representing the six countries of the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) in Dakhla confirms the growing support for the Sahara’s Moroccanness, and reflects the strong relations between Morocco and this regional grouping.   The remarks were made at a joint news conference in Dakhla by the Prime Minister of […]

Unrest in Tindouf camps over Algeria’s siege

The Sahraouis held against their will in the Polisairo-run Tindouf camps have staged a series of protests against the restrictions imposed by Algeria on their movements. The Algerian army and Polisario militias have prevented the Sahraouis from free movement beyond the camps pushing dozens to organize sit-ins. Some 60 people protested in front of the […]