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Kidnapping crisis in Tindouf raises alarm over Sahrawi welfare

Recent reports have ignited serious concerns regarding the escalating incidents of kidnapping within the Algeria-controlled Tindouf camps. The Sahrawi Autonomy Support Forum (FORSATIN) has condemned the abduction of an elderly man, who appeared in a distressing video pleading for his son’s intervention. In......

Knife attack in Cannes: Suspect identified as Algerian national

A 21-year-old man has been apprehended following a knife attack on police officers outside the Cannes police station in Alpes-Maritimes on Saturday morning. The assailant, who is of Algerian descent, displayed threatening behavior toward a police vehicle occupied by multiple officers. The incident occurred......

French civil servant accused of espionage for Algeria

A civil servant from the Ministry of Economy has been placed under judicial scrutiny in Paris, suspected of leaking information regarding opponents of the Algerian government residing in France, allegedly with the assistance of a social worker from the French Office for Immigration and Integration (Ofii). The......

Moroccans rank second in EU citizenship grants in 2023, losing top spot to Syrians

According to the latest figures released by Eurostat, Moroccans ranked as the second-largest group to receive citizenship from European Union (EU) member states in 2023. A total of 106,500 Moroccans were granted EU citizenship, trailing just behind Syrians, who claimed the top spot with 107,500 citizenships. This......

11 Nigerien soldiers killed in terrorist ambush near Algeria

Eleven Nigerien soldiers lost their lives on Friday in a deadly ambush claimed by a terrorist group in the northern region of the country, close to the Algerian border, according to local sources reported on Saturday. The attack targeted a patrol from the Agadez Special Intervention Battalion, which......

UK travel advisory flags 69 high-risk destinations, including Algeria

The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has issued travel advisories for 69 countries, warning citizens against visiting certain regions due to safety concerns. Among the countries flagged are Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, and Egypt, with Algeria receiving heightened attention due to......

Syria denies Algeria’s appeal for prisoner release, escalating diplomatic discord

Syria has firmly declined Algeria’s request to release Algerian soldiers and Polisario fighters who were captured during the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime. According to French broadcaster Monte Carlo Doualiya, citing its correspondent in Damascus, Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa turned......

Jean-Marie Le Pen: Controversial Founder of France’s Far Right Passes at 96

Jean-Marie Le Pen, the founder of the far-right political movement in France and a polarizing figure in European politics, has died at the age of 96. Known for his provocative rhetoric and staunch opposition to immigration and globalization, Le Pen's career spanned decades of controversy and political......

Algeria Releases 60 Moroccan Migrants in Significant Prisoner Transfer

In a notable humanitarian development, Algeria has released 60 young Moroccan migrants who had been detained in various detention facilities, some for over three years. The transfer, conducted at the Zouj Beghal border crossing, marks a significant step in ongoing efforts to address the complex migrant......

Russian Cargo Ship Sinks in the Mediterranean Amid Controversy

A Russian cargo ship, suspected of being on a mission linked to Syria, has sunk in the Mediterranean Sea following an engine room explosion, according to officials in Moscow. The incident has left two crew members missing, while 14 others were rescued and taken to Spain. The vessel, identified as Ursa......

EU's Unexpected Move: Algerian Spread Banned, Sparking Online Uproar

In a surprising turn of events, the European Union (EU) has imposed a ban on a beloved Algerian spread, El Mordjene, sending shockwaves through social media platforms and leaving many consumers bewildered. This unexpected development has sparked a frenzy of discussions and debates, with individuals expressing......

Algiers' Defiant Move: Refusing Repatriation Amid Diplomatic Spat with Paris

In a striking development that has sent ripples through the international community, Algeria has taken an unprecedented step in its ongoing dispute with France over the Sahara issue. The North African nation is now refusing to accept its own deported nationals from France, effectively weaponizing illegal......

Tragedy Strikes Oran: Soldier's Rampage Leaves One Dead

In a harrowing incident that disrupted the city of Oran, Algeria, a soldier suffering from a severe psychological crisis unleashed a torrent of gunfire on Thursday afternoon, resulting in at least one fatality. The alarming event began around noon when the soldier, armed and clearly distressed, escaped......