Bir Lehlou (Liberated Territories) – Units of the Saharan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA) have reportedly targeted positions held by Moroccan forces in the Guelta sector. The attacks, according to a military statement released by the Sahrawi National Defense Ministry, resulted in casualties and material damage.
The statement, issued on Thursday, December 18, 2025, detailed the operations undertaken by SPLA units against what it described as ‘enemy’ positions. While the precise extent of the losses inflicted on the Moroccan side remains unconfirmed, the Sahrawi military authorities asserted that the attacks were successful in disrupting the activities of the Moroccan military in the region.
The Guelta sector is a strategically significant area within the disputed territory of Western Sahara. This latest reported engagement underscores the continued tensions and ongoing conflict between the Polisario Front, which represents the Sahrawi people, and the Kingdom of Morocco.
DZWatch is committed to providing balanced and impartial reporting on developments in the Western Sahara. We are working to obtain confirmation from independent sources regarding the claims made by the Sahrawi military. Further updates will be provided as they become available.
The renewed fighting in the region has raised concerns internationally, with calls for a peaceful resolution to the long-standing dispute over the Western Sahara. The United Nations has been actively involved in efforts to mediate a settlement, but progress has been slow. The situation on the ground remains volatile, with both sides accusing each other of violating ceasefire agreements.
This recent escalation highlights the fragility of the current status quo and the urgent need for a renewed push towards a lasting and just solution that respects the rights and aspirations of all parties involved.
