Two Algerian Influencers Arrested in France for Inciting Terrorism and Hate Speech

French police detained Youcef A. and Imad Tintin for TikTok videos calling for violence and attacks, with investigations ongoing.

Youcef A., known as Zazou Youcef, was arrested in Brest for posting videos on TikTok inciting terrorism and violence against opponents of the Algerian regime.
Imad Tintin, another Algerian influencer, was detained in Échirolles for death threats and hate speech targeting individuals based on race, ethnicity, and religion.
The videos, which included explicit threats of violence, were widely viewed before TikTok banned their accounts for violating community guidelines.
Both influencers are accused of encouraging attacks in France and Algeria, with authorities emphasizing the seriousness of their rhetoric.
Youcef A. was already under an order to leave France and had a prior conviction for his involvement in the 2023 riots, while investigations into both cases continue.