UK Lords Debate Alleged Polisario-Iran Links Amid Sahara Autonomy Support

A debate in the UK House of Lords addressed allegations of Iranian support for the Polisario Front in the Western Sahara conflict, with the UK government stating it has found no evidence of such support while noting concerns about Iranian destabilizing activities. This contrasts with the US, where bipartisan legislation is being considered to designate the Polisario Front as a foreign terrorist organization. Meanwhile, in Iran, the aftermath of a 2025 military attack on Tehran has led to a profound crisis of trust among Iranians, reshaping their national identity around dignity and skepticism toward the Western world and diplomacy. Concurrently, Iran's state-controlled media continue to report on poverty and inequality but avoid criticizing the regime responsible, perpetuating social unrest without addressing systemic causes. These dynamics highlight ongoing geopolitical tensions and internal challenges in Iran, as well as differing international responses to associated regional conflicts.