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Marion Maréchal criticizes France's conciliatory approach towards Algeria

In a recent appearance on BFMTV, European Parliament member Marion Maréchal expressed strong disapproval of the reconciliation efforts between France and Algeria, initiated by Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot during his visit to Algiers. Maréchal, who leads the Identité-Libertés......

Algeria's ideological shift: A fierce critique of Washington

In a move that underscores the ideological and political direction of the Algerian regime, journalist Abdelhamid Othmani—known for his close ties to the decision-making circles of El Mouradia and his connections with Boualem Boualem, the architect of Algeria's foreign and domestic policy—has......

Algerian writer Boualem Sansal sentenced to five years in prison

A court in Algeria has sentenced Franco-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal to five years in prison, a decision made on Thursday, March 27. This ruling follows Sansal's detention since November and represents a lesser penalty than the ten years sought by the prosecution, according to an AFP correspondent......

Morocco edges closer to historic F-35 acquisition in $17 billion deal

Recent reports indicate Morocco may become the first Arab and African nation to acquire the F-35 stealth fighter jet. The potential $17 billion deal, which would span 45 years for procurement and maintenance, has gained momentum following renewed diplomatic engagement from Washington. The development......

Marco Rubio confirmed as U.S. Secretary of State: Implications for U.S.-Algeria relations

In a move that sends shockwaves through Algeria, Marco Rubio, one of the most vocal critics of the country in the United States, has been unanimously confirmed as Secretary of State by the Senate. A Cuban-American Republican known for his strong stances on international policy, Rubio is the first member......

France confronts Algeria’s hostility amid Europe’s passivity

Franz-Olivier Giesbert, in a recent article published in Le Point, has criticized Algeria’s repeated provocations and hostile attitude toward France, despite the substantial aid and diplomatic goodwill extended by the latter. Giesbert’s remarks underscore the strained relations between Paris......

Spain's Foreign Ministry removes maps of Morocco, Algeria, and Mauritania amid diplomatic tensions

The Spanish Foreign Ministry has quietly removed maps of Morocco, Algeria, and Mauritania from its official website as the new year begins. This action coincided with negotiations led by Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares regarding the reopening of customs crossings in Ceuta and Melilla. Initially......

Mali-Algeria Diplomatic Tensions Escalate Over Terrorism Allegations in Sahel

Mali's Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong rebuke to Algeria on Wednesday, expressing "profound dismay" over statements made by Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf regarding Mali's counterterrorism approach. In an official statement, Mali accused Algeria of harboring and......

Digital Dissent Surges in Algeria as #Manich_Rady Movement Calls for January Protests

A new wave of digital activism is sweeping across Algeria, with citizens mobilizing under the hashtag #Manich_Rady ("I'm Not Satisfied") to organize nationwide protests scheduled for January 1, 2025. The movement echoes the spirit of the 2019 Hirak protests that led to significant political......

Moroccan Politician Calls for Ignoring Algeria’s Regime and Media Foolishness

Moroccan politician Mohammed Ouzzine has sharply criticized the ongoing hostilities from Algeria’s regime and its affiliated media, describing their rhetoric as absurd and harmful to regional relations. Ouzzine, addressing a congress of his Popular Movement party, condemned the inflammatory language......

Algerian Dissident Journalist Vanishes in Spain, Raising Alarm Bells

The disappearance of Hichem Aboud, a prominent Algerian journalist and political opponent, has sent shockwaves through international media circles and raised serious concerns about press freedom in the region. Aboud, who has been living in exile in France since 1997, went missing shortly after arriving......

Renowned Algerian Singer Cheb Khaled Faces Espionage Allegations Amid Moroccan Ties

In a surprising turn of events, Cheb Khaled, the celebrated Algerian singer, finds himself at the center of a brewing controversy. According to recent reports, Algerian authorities are allegedly preparing to charge the artist with espionage on behalf of Morocco, a claim that has sent shockwaves through......

Algeria Urged to Acknowledge Failure of Separatist Project in Sahara

Morocco’s ambassador to the United Nations, Omar Hilale, emphasized the growing international support for Morocco’s Autonomy Plan for Sahara during a Fourth Committee session of the UN General Assembly in New York. He highlighted that over 100 member states across various regions endorse......