Lawyers Inés Miranda and Lola Travieso have been expelled by Morocco. They were sent to Western Sahara to investigate allegations of human rights violations.

Spain, which manages the airspace of the Sahara, is currently negotiating with Morocco the shared management of some airspaces. Spain has also protested to the European Union over comments about Spanish sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla, territories that Morocco considers occupied. For confidential support call the Samaritans on 08457 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here for details.