On Monday, November 2, 2026, the Sahrawi Ambassador to Algeria, Khatri Adoh Khatri, emphasized that the Sahrawi people will continue their fight for independence. He made these remarks during a conference at the International Book Fair in Algeria. Khatri stressed that Morocco's attempts to undermine the Sahrawi cause have failed. The Sahrawi people will persist in their struggle until they achieve their inalienable right to self-determination and independence.

Khatri Adoh Khatri highlighted that the international community remains committed to the United Nations' principles regarding the Western Sahara issue. The UN Security Council's rejection of a project aiming to undermine the legal foundations of the Sahrawi cause demonstrates this commitment. The Sahrawi issue is considered a decolonization matter. The Sahrawi people have the right to self-determination, as affirmed by the international community.

The Sahrawi Ambassador to Algeria criticized Morocco's occupation, stating that despite its efforts to garner support from political, media, and financial lobbies, it has failed to impose its reality on the Sahrawi people. Khatri also emphasized that the UN Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara was established in 1991 to organize a self-determination referendum. He rejected any attempts to distort its original mandate or use it to impose a fait accompli on the Sahrawi people.

Khatri Adoh Khatri called for the resumption of a serious process to decolonize Western Sahara. This process should ensure the Sahrawi people's inalienable right to self-determination and independence. The Sahrawi Ambassador's statements reflect the ongoing tensions surrounding the Western Sahara issue. The international community continues to grapple with finding a solution to this longstanding conflict.

The Western Sahara issue has been a contentious topic for decades. The Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic has been recognized by some African countries. Morocco claims sovereignty over the territory, leading to ongoing diplomatic tensions. The international community, including the African Union and the Arab League, has called for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

Algeria has historically been a strong supporter of the Sahrawi cause. The country has provided significant diplomatic and humanitarian support to the Sahrawi people. Khatri Adoh Khatri's statements reflect the Sahrawi people's determination to achieve their independence. The international community continues to play a crucial role in mediating the conflict.

The Sahrawi people's struggle for independence remains a pressing concern for the international community. The UN Security Council has been involved in efforts to find a solution to the conflict. However, a lasting resolution has yet to be achieved. The Sahrawi people continue to face challenges in their quest for self-determination and independence.

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  • The Sahrawi people will continue their fight for independence until they achieve their inalienable right to self-determination and independence.

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