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Last update: 4 hours agoFilm Boycott Push: London-based charity Sandblast has launched a campaign urging an international boycott of Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey,” saying scenes shot in occupied Dakhla turn Sahrawi suffering into an “exotic backdrop” while the promo highlights other countries and omits the territory’s UN-listed status. Rights & Solidarity Backlash: French group AFASPA and the FiSahara International Film Festival keep condemning the production, arguing it normalizes Morocco’s occupation and whitewashes abuses, with FiSahara calling for the film to be treated like other disputed artistic projects. Premiere Buzz: Despite the controversy, “The Odyssey” premiered in London to largely positive early reactions, with Matt Damon describing a major lifestyle shift for the role and the film’s IMAX-first approach drawing attention. Education Links in Laayoune: Ibn Zohr University signed new medical and medical-humanities partnership agreements with Canary Islands universities, expanding Morocco-Spain academic ties into the southern provinces. Diplomatic Spotlight: The Sahrawi Foreign Minister met Lesotho’s PM to reaffirm support for self-determination, while Polisario announced a new National Secretariat member after an oath ceremony. Civil Society Pressure: In Tunisia, pro-Morocco activists fear a crackdown could use “foreign agent” accusations to silence critics as authorities tighten control over NGOs and civic groups.
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