Bir Lehlou (Liberated Saharan Territories) – Units of the Saharan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA) have conducted attacks targeting positions of the Moroccan army in the Guelta sector, according to a military statement released by the Sahrawi National Defense Ministry on Friday. The statement indicated the operations resulted in casualties and material damage.
The attacks are the latest in a series of escalations along the demarcation line. The SPLA has intensified its military activities in recent weeks, asserting its commitment to defending Sahrawi sovereignty.
The statement from the Sahrawi National Defense Ministry did not provide specific details regarding the extent of the casualties or the nature of the material damage inflicted. However, it emphasized the determination of the SPLA to continue its operations until what it described as the liberation of all Sahrawi territories.
These developments come amid heightened tensions in the region. The situation remains fluid, and further updates are expected as events unfold. DZWatch will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide timely updates as they become available.
The Guelta sector is strategically important. This latest action highlights the ongoing conflict and the continued struggle for self-determination in the Western Sahara.
