Ryanair caught in the crossfire as Western Sahara flights become flashpoint for Morocco-Polisario political conflict

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Discount flights by Ryanair and Transavia were encouraged by incentives from Moroccan authorities, but opposed by rival Polisario Front which controls 20% of the region.

Moroccan authorities want to "impose a fait accompli of the occupation of Western Sahara by involving economic actors", Bouchraya said.

"The latest connections launched have made it possible to double the international capacity of Dakhla airport, with around 47,000 seats available" in 2024, Moroccan Tourism Minister Fatim-Zahra Ammor told AFP.

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Author / Journalist: AFP

Category: EconomyBusiness

Markets: United StatesMoroccoWestern Sahara

Topics: Ryanair Holdings LondonWires Airline industry European Union Africa

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Published On: 2025-04-07 @ 10:08:20 (13 hours ago)

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