Spanish Citizenship for Sahrawis: Spain’s Congress advanced a bill easing access to Spanish nationality for Sahrawis born during Spanish administration (and some descendants), a move that Madrid frames as “historical reparation” but Rabat reads as a political signal amid tense ties. Church Leadership in Laayoune: Pope Leo XIV appointed Spanish priest Mario León Dorado as coadjutor archbishop of Rabat, with succession rights, following allegations that led Cardinal Cristóbal López Romero to step back. Western Sahara Travel Spotlight: Dakhla (Oued ad-Dahab/Rio de Oro) is drawing more adventurous visitors for kitesurfing and wind sports, with resorts and schools betting on the area’s steady Atlantic winds. Water Security in Laayoune: Morocco’s ONEE is considering a third seawater desalination unit for Laayoune to boost drinking-water capacity, supporting urban growth in the Sahara. UN-Backed Dispute Diplomacy: Greece and Denmark reiterated support for Morocco’s Western Sahara autonomy plan, backing UN-led negotiations. Tindouf Rights Monitoring Push: NGOs urged independent human-rights oversight in Algeria’s Tindouf camps, citing allegations including abuse and child recruitment. Morocco Weather Alert: Severe heat and thunderstorms with hail are forecast across southern provinces including Laayoune, Boujdour and Oued Ed-Dahab, with orange-level warnings.