Un Approves Resolution Supporting Moroccos Claim To Western Sahara

Move is strongest endorsement yet for retained rule over disputed territory, despite fierce opposition from Algeria The UN security council has approved a US-backed resolution supporting Moroccos claim to the disputed Western Sahara, despite fierce opposition from Algeria. Although Fridays vote was divided, the resolution offers the strongest endorsement yet for Moroccos plan to keep sovereignty over the territory, which also has backing from most European Union members and a growing number of African allies.