فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Amid an atmosphere of anticipation and national enthusiasm, the residents of the Fes Meknes region and its historic capital, the city of Fes, along with other major Moroccan cities such as Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakech, and Tangier, are preparing to celebrate the expected United Nations Security Council decision today, October 31, 2025, regarding the “Moroccan Sahara”. This decision, issued within the context of renewing the mandate of the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO), is seen as a new international affirmation of the Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara, refuting the fabricated claims promoted by opponents of territorial unity.
Mass Popular Preparations in Fes Meknes and Across Morocco
The streets of Fes, the ancient city and scientific capital of the kingdom, are witnessing unprecedented activity with spontaneous marches and mass gatherings in main squares such as Bab Boujloud Square and Mohammed V Boulevard. Local sources reported that civil associations and youth organizations have prepared giant banners bearing the slogans “”Moroccan Sahara”” and images of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, with widespread distribution of national flags. Cultural events have announced outdoor musical and artistic performances to celebrate the occasion, expecting thousands of participants once the results are announced.
In other major cities, preparations are also in full swing: in Rabat, protests are expected in front of the parliament; Casablanca’s Ain Diab corniche is seeing youth gatherings; and in Marrakech, local authorities have prepared public spaces for potential fireworks displays. These preparations reflect the national consensus on the issue of territorial integrity, with citizens viewing the Security Council decision as a decisive step toward ending the fabricated conflict and reinforcing Moroccan sovereignty over its southern provinces.
Details of the Awaited Security Council Session
Session number 10030 of the Security Council takes place today, starting at 3:05 pm New York time (8:05 pm Moroccan time), to discuss the United Nations Secretary-General’s report (S/2025/612) on the situation in Western Sahara. The agenda focuses on renewing the MINURSO mandate for an additional year, assessing progress in the peace process, monitoring the ceasefire, and supporting a fair and durable political solution under the supervision of Personal Envoy Staffan de Mistura and Special Representative Alexander Ivanko.
Preparations have seen disagreements among members regarding the resolution’s wording, resulting in Russian amendments to ensure balance, reflecting tensions between positions supporting the autonomy plan under Moroccan sovereignty and those concerning self-determination. However, observers expect the mandate’s extension without major changes, as in previous years, with emphasis on regional stability and support for negotiations.
The session can be followed live on the UN Web TV platform at: https://webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1n/k1nmlpq6eb, with real-time Arabic translation.
International Context Supporting Morocco’s Position
This session is part of international efforts to resolve the conflict, with the Security Council previously affirming the necessity of a realistic and sustainable political solution. The extension of MINURSO is seen as confirmation of Morocco’s success in maintaining stability in its southern provinces and a refutation of the false claims promoted by opponents of territorial unity. With late agreement on the final text, Moroccans look forward to a decision that reinforces diplomatic gains and opens the door for comprehensive development in the Sahara.
Amid this anticipation, citizens express national pride, affirming that the “Moroccan Sahara” is a red line, and that any positive decision will strengthen popular cohesion around the throne and the homeland.
Keywords: Security Council, “Moroccan Sahara”, MINURSO, Fes Meknes, mass celebrations, mandate renewal, UN decision, territorial unity, autonomy plan.
