Spanish report revisits Western Sahara issue
The Spanish report highlights the historical and political backgrounds of the idea of "Greater Morocco," which emerged in the early twentieth century and is associated with narratives about connections between Morocco and regions such as the Sahara, Mauritania, southern Algeria, as well as Ceuta, Melilla, and the islands along the Mediterranean coast under Spanish control. The leader of the Moroccan nationalist movement, Allal El Fassi, was one of the most prominent advocates of this vision, which links Morocco to the history of ancient Moroccan dynasties like the Almoravids and Almohads, aiming to reclaim areas traditionally considered part of Morocco. However, contemporary Moroccan discourse mainly focuses on issues related to Western Sahara and bilateral matters with Spain. The concept of "Greater Morocco" is no longer used in the same way as before, especially in light of developments concerning Ceuta, Melilla, and the ongoing discussions about them. Additionally, Morocco has presented historical arguments to support its claim over Western Sahara, and the positions of some countries have shifted—for instance, Spain announced its support for the Moroccan autonomy plan in 2022—reflecting developments in the Western Sahara conflict and Morocco’s relationship with its Spanish neighbor.
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