https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/un-warns-of-security-risks-in-western-sahara-as-peacekeeping-mission-endsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/un-warns-of-security-risks-in-western-sahara-as-peacekeeping-mission-endshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/un-warns-of-security-risks-in-western-sahara-as-peacekeeping-mission-ends#u175704Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:06:25 +0000The MINURSO peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara has ended following the UN Security Council's failure to renew its mandate. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and the UN peacekeeping chief warned that the withdrawal of Blue Helmets creates a dangerous security vacuum and risks escalating hostilities. While the UN remains committed to a political solution for the self-determination of the region's people, the Security Council remains divided on a replacement for the mission. Morocco is reportedly celebrating the defeat of the resolution.Why it mattersMINURSO has operated in the dis