The Polisario Front Security Threat Analysis

This article aims to analyse the Polisario Front's actions and classification within the context of international law, historical developments, and geopolitical interests. By examining documented incidents attributed to the Polisario Front, international legal frameworks, and the perspectives of various stakeholders, this analysis seeks to contribute to a more nuanced understanding of the complex factors that influence the categorisation of non-state armed groups in contested territories.By approaching this topic with academic rigour while acknowledging the evolving security imperatives of the region, this article seeks to move beyond outdated Cold War paradigms and contribute to a more contemporary understanding of the Polisario Front within the complex security landscape of North Africa and the Euro-Mediterranean region.This Paper is protected by licence CC BY 4.0: "As long as users give appropriate credit to the original creator; they are allowed to copy, distribute, remix, adapt, and build upon the work, even for commercial purposes."