UN Security Council & Diplomacy: Austria backed UN Security Council Resolution 2797, saying “genuine autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty” could be the most feasible path, while welcoming UN-led negotiations based on Morocco’s autonomy plan. UN Concern Over Escalation: UN officials expressed deep concern over escalatory actions by Moroccan forces targeting Sahrawi civilians in areas including Agleibat El Fula, warning it could derail the political process during Staffan de Mistura’s visit. POLISARIO Legal Push: In a letter to the UN Security Council, Frente POLISARIO strongly condemned alleged Moroccan “criminal acts” against Sahrawi civilians, citing attacks involving drones and artillery. Leadership & Mourning: The Polisario announced the death of Lahbib Mohamed Abdelaziz, a National Secretariat member and commander, and declared three days of national mourning; the death is already fueling internal succession debate. Hunger Strike: Sahrawi activist Naâma Asfari entered a third day of indefinite hunger strike in Morocco, demanding better detention conditions, medical care, and transfer. UN Envoy Consultations: Staffan de Mistura concluded talks with the Sahrawi side and held consultations with women, youth, and human rights groups, reaffirming support for self-determination-based UN efforts. Civil Society & Rights: UGTSARIO briefed trade unions in Geneva, calling Western Sahara “the last decolonization case” and urging stronger international solidarity for self-determination. Environment & Resources: SONREP said environmental justice in Western Sahara is inseparable from Sahrawi control over natural resources, denouncing exploitation without consent.