The gathering, held at a private residence in Laayoune, brought together key figures from Sahrawis for Peace and a senior US embassy political advisor. The meeting, requested by the American delegation, provided a platform to review the movement’s six-year journey and outline its vision for a political resolution to the Western Sahara dispute.

Leaders of Sahrawis for Peace presented their organizational milestones and stressed the urgent need to integrate their movement into the United Nations-led negotiation framework. They argued that this approach would ensure all genuine Sahrawi voices advocating for a peaceful, negotiated settlement are represented in the process.

During the discussions, American diplomats sought detailed updates on the current state of the Western Sahara file. The US side expressed strong support for revitalizing the stalled political process, emphasizing that Washington opposes maintaining the status quo. The envoy underscored America’s commitment to backing initiatives that foster a definitive, mutually acceptable solution to the conflict.

The US political advisor praised Sahrawis for Peace as a constructive and proactive voice within the Sahrawi community. He highlighted the importance of supporting local initiatives that contribute to regional stability and security while breaking the cycle of confrontation that has hindered progress for years. The diplomat confirmed that Washington views these grassroots efforts as critical to unlocking diplomatic momentum.

This engagement follows a recent meeting in New York, where a delegation from Sahrawis for Peace met with permanent representatives of the US, France, and the UK at the United Nations.

The timing of this dialogue coincides with the upcoming United Nations Security Council session, which will assess progress on implementing Resolution 2797—a widely endorsed international framework aimed at advancing a peaceful, political solution to the Western Sahara question.