Swiss Tourist Killed in Algeria Sparks Concerns Over Safety

A Swiss woman was fatally attacked in Djanet, Algeria, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region.

On October 11, a Swiss tourist was murdered at a café in Djanet, Algeria, by an assailant who shouted 'Allah Akbar'.
The Swiss Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the attack and is in contact with Algerian authorities.
The victim was traveling with a group of four other Swiss nationals, who have since been evacuated back to Switzerland.
Algerian authorities have not yet officially commented on the incident, and the motives of the attacker remain unclear.
The attack raises concerns about safety in Algeria's tourist regions, despite recent efforts to boost tourism in the country.