Algiers

The arrest earlier this week set off a wave of discontent in Algiers, prompting the Algerian government to demand clarifications from France and an immediate release of the consular agent involved. In this fast-paced world of diplomacy, where every move is scrutinized and questioned, what does this mean for France and Algeria’s deeply layered relationship? The Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs was quick to take action. They summoned the French Ambassador to Algiers, Stephane Romatet, to express a vigorous…

Just recently, Russia extended a supportive hand to Algeria, asserting that the time has come for the North African nation to demand reparations from its ex-colonizer. In a world that often shies away from confronting uncomfortable histories, isn't it refreshing to see some nations stepping up? Russia, through its foreign ministry spokeswoman, Maria Zakharova, has voiced its unanimous agreement with Algeria's quest for atonement, emphasizing the importance of holding historical wrongdoers accountable. This stance…

Nigerian President Mohamed Bazoum is in Algiers. He left Niamey on Monday afternoon, at the head of a large delegation of five ministers, including foreign affairs and defense. Mohamed Bazoum will meet several times with Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune on "Bilateral relations between the two countries". In the context of profound changes in the fight against Islamist terrorism in the Sahel,…

The peace and reconciliation agreement (APR) stemming from the Algerian process was signed six years ago between the Malian government and the armed groups involved in the peace process. In connection with this anniversary, the CMA (ex-rebellion) organized a press conference in Bamako on Sunday. For her, if hostilities have ceased on the spot between the signatories of the agreement, it is necessary to deplore the absence of real progress in its application. For the coordination of Azawad movements (CMA,…

Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah called on Algeria to support reconciliation efforts in Libya. Dbeibah's call came after his meeting with Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune in the capital Algiers on Sunday. According to Dbeibeh's office, the prime minister said Algeria "had not interfered in Libya's affairs for the past ten years", adding that "Libya sees Algeria as an older brother." Meanwhile, the Algerian Presidency confirmed in a statement that Dbeibah had asked Tebboune to participate in…

Algeria has requested help from France to rehabilitate the sites of French nuclear tests that took place in Algeria 60 years ago. It was during an unannounced meeting that took place on Thursday in Algiers between the head of the Algerian army, Saïd Chanegriha, and his French counterpart, General François Lecointre. The nuclear…

"Museum of Fine Arts has played a fundamental role for national art" in Algeria. Interview with the director and chief curator of the National Museum of Fine Arts in Algiers about the current role and future challenges of the largest art museum on the African continent. Dalila Orfali tells us about the collection's jewels, youth, digital, restitution and her vision for 2030.…

Thousands of anti-government protesters took to the streets of Algeria's capital on Friday as the Hirak movement regained momentum after a year-long hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic. Despite a ban on gatherings over COVID-19, crowds gathered in several districts of Algiers in the early afternoon and marched towards the city center, say journalists from Agence France-Presse (AFP). "It's amazing. It's like the big Friday Hirak is protesting," a protester said. Also known as the Revolution of…

It is a text that does not pass. The Algerian authorities sharply criticize a European Parliament resolution adopted on Thursday, 26 November, which in particular denies "the deterioration of the human rights situation in Algeria". The Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemns interference in the country's internal affairs.…

Initiated by former President Abdelaziz Bouteflika, the great mosque in Algiers, whose construction was completed a year and a half ago, is to be consecrated on October 28 with a collective prayer on the eve of Mawlid's celebration celebrating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. President Abdelmadjid Tebboune is expected to lead the inauguration if his health permits. He has been hospitalized since…