Polisario Front Urges Immediate Intervention for Naâma Asfari
On July 18, 2026, the Polisario Front made an urgent appeal to the United Nations Special Rapporteurs, emphasizing the critical need for medical intervention for Sahrawi prisoner Naâma Asfari. The plea, articulated through a letter by the Polisario Front's representative in Switzerland, underscores the necessity for Mr. Asfari to receive immediate and unrestricted access to independent medical examinations, alongside the essential healthcare that adheres to international standards and medical ethics.
The letter further implores the Kingdom of Morocco to act promptly on the recommendations put forth by the Committee against Torture, as well as the assertions from the Working Group on Arbitrary Detention, which include the immediate release of Mr. Asfari. It highlights the pressing need to end his prolonged period of solitary confinement and to facilitate his transfer to a correctional facility in closer proximity to Western Sahara, thus enabling his family to maintain regular contact with him.
Moreover, the correspondence calls upon Moroccan authorities to engage in constructive dialogue with Sahrawi political prisoners, ensuring that such discussions align with established international human rights standards. It emphasizes the urgency for the Moroccan government to provide critical information regarding the measures taken to safeguard Mr. Asfari’s life and physical integrity, particularly during his ongoing hunger strike.
The letter articulates that the current conditions pose a significant and direct threat to Mr. Asfari's life, highlighting the detrimental impact of Morocco's failure to implement decisions from United Nations bodies, which not only undermines the credibility of the UN human rights framework but also challenges Morocco's adherence to its obligations under international law.
Given the serious and urgent nature of this situation, the Polisario Front has called for immediate action from the Special Rapporteurs to prevent any irreparable harm, urging them to utilize all measures within their mandate to protect the life, dignity, and fundamental rights of Mr. Naâma Asfari.
As reported by spsrasd.info.
