Road & Trade Connectivity: Morocco says it has signed an agreement to help Mauritania upgrade the 480-km Nouakchott–Nouadhibou road, part of the Royal Sahel push to link landlocked countries to Atlantic ports—an infrastructure move that also boosts travel and logistics for businesses. US–Sahara Diplomacy: In New York, the US reaffirmed its commitment to developing the Western Sahara under Moroccan sovereignty, with Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau urging a resolution “once and for all” as UN Security Council discussions loom. Western Sahara Detention Claims: Morocco’s prison authority (DGAPR) rejected claims tied to the Gdeim Izik hunger strikes, saying the action was driven by a broader political context linked to the Western Sahara dispute rather than prison conditions. Regional Support for Autonomy Plan: Cabo Verde reiterated support for Morocco’s sovereignty and its Autonomy Plan, backing UN Security Council Resolution 2797 that extends MINURSO until late 2026. Tourism Context: Israel–Morocco ties may have survived the Gaza war, but tourism and public-facing cooperation reportedly took a hit—relevant for travelers watching how regional politics affects routes and demand. Political Backdrop for Visitors: Morocco’s election results show PAM leading with lower turnout and the PJD returning to opposition, a reminder that domestic politics can shape public messaging and on-the-ground travel conditions.