Algeria Accuses France of Destabilization Efforts, Summons Ambassador
The Algerian government alleges French intelligence involvement in plots to undermine its stability and warns of potential repercussions.
- The Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned French Ambassador Stéphane Romatet, citing alleged hostile actions by French intelligence services.
- Algerian state media claims to have uncovered a French intelligence operation aimed at recruiting individuals to form armed groups and destabilize Algeria.
- Authorities in Algeria accuse France of supporting groups designated as terrorist organizations, including the Movement for the Autonomy of Kabylie (MAK) and Rachad.
- Algerian officials expressed frustration over alleged meetings in French diplomatic facilities with individuals critical of Algerian institutions.
- This diplomatic escalation follows recent tensions, including the arrest of Franco-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal and broader regional disputes involving France, Algeria, and Morocco.