Algeria

Country Algeria
Capital Algiers
Continent Africa
Currency Algerian dinar(DZD)
Languages Arabic

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After more than a century of rule by France, Algerians fought through much of the 1950s to achieve independence in 1962. Algeria's primary political party, the National Liberation Front (FLN), has dominated politics ever since. Many Algerians in the subsequent generation were not satisfied, however, and moved to counter the FLN's centrality in Algerian politics. The surprising first round success of the Islamic Salvation Front (FIS) in the December 1991 balloting spurred the Algerian army to intervene and postpone the second round of elections to prevent what the secular elite feared would be an extremist-led government from assuming power. The army began a crackdown on the FIS that spurred FIS supporters to begin attacking government targets. The government later allowed elections featuring pro-government and moderate religious-based parties, but this did not appease the activists who progressively widened their attacks. The fighting escalated into an insurgency, which saw intense fighting between 1992-98 resulting in over 100,000 deaths - many attributed to indiscriminate massacres of villagers by extremists. The government gained the upper hand by the late-1990s and FIS's armed wing, the Islamic Salvation Army, disbanded in January 2000. Abdelaziz BOUTEFLIKA, with the backing of the military, won the presidency in 1999 in an election widely viewed as fraudulent and was reelected in a landslide victory in 2004. BOUTEFLIKA was overwhelmingly reelected to a third term in 2009 after the government amended the constitution in 2008 to remove presidential term limits. Longstanding problems continue to face BOUTEFLIKA, including large-scale unemployment, a shortage of housing, unreliable electrical and water supplies, government inefficiencies and corruption, and the continuing activities of extremist militants. The Salafist Group for Preaching and Combat (GSPC) in 2006 merged with al-Qai'da to form al-Qai'da in the Lands of the Islamic Maghreb, which has launched an ongoing series of kidnappings and bombings - including high-profile, mass-casualty suicide attacks targeting the Algerian Government and Western interests.

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Algeria - Wikipedia
Algeria - CIA World Fact Book
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France and Algeria are back to talking, for now - The New ArabFrance and Algeria are back to talking, for now  The New Arab

France and Algeria resume dialogue amid diplomatic tensions - AtalayarFrance and Algeria resume dialogue amid diplomatic tensions  Atalayar

Macron and Tebboune try to defuse France-Algeria diplomatic spat - Euronews.comMacron and Tebboune try to defuse France-Algeria diplomatic spat  Euronews.com

Macron urges 'mercy' from Algerian leader for jailed writer - Hindustan TimesMacron urges 'mercy' from Algerian leader for jailed writer  Hindustan Times

Algeria, France agree to resume security, migration cooperation amid diplomatic rift - CGTN AfricaAlgeria, France agree to resume security, migration cooperation amid diplomatic rift  CGTN Africa

Algerian army says it shot down 'armed surveillance drone' that violated airspace - ReutersAlgerian army says it shot down 'armed surveillance drone' that violated airspace  Reuters

France and Algeria Reopen Talks Amid Diplomatic Strains, Move to Rekindle Ties - Morocco World NewsFrance and Algeria Reopen Talks Amid Diplomatic Strains, Move to Rekindle Ties  Morocco World News

France, Algeria agree to revive ‘fruitful’ dialogue - Anadolu AjansiFrance, Algeria agree to revive ‘fruitful’ dialogue  Anadolu Ajansi

X’s AI tool Grok debunks Algerian propaganda - The North Africa PostX’s AI tool Grok debunks Algerian propaganda  The North Africa Post

French-Algerian author Boualem Sansal sentenced to five years in prison - Al JazeeraFrench-Algerian author Boualem Sansal sentenced to five years in prison  Al Jazeera

Macron Urges Algeria to Show ‘Mercy’ for Jailed Writer Sansal - News Central TVMacron Urges Algeria to Show ‘Mercy’ for Jailed Writer Sansal  News Central TV

Algeria expels Moroccan deputy consul in Oran - Middle East MonitorAlgeria expels Moroccan deputy consul in Oran  Middle East Monitor

French-Algerian author Boualem Sansal handed five-year sentence as diplomatic rift widens - theweek.inFrench-Algerian author Boualem Sansal handed five-year sentence as diplomatic rift widens  theweek.in

Mapping drought characteristics in northern Algerian Basins using the ERA5-Land dataset - NatureMapping drought characteristics in northern Algerian Basins using the ERA5-Land dataset  Nature

French-Algerian author Boualem Sansal sentenced to five years in prison - The GuardianFrench-Algerian author Boualem Sansal sentenced to five years in prison  The Guardian

Injury Update: Tito to miss Algeria clash - Orlando Pirates FCInjury Update: Tito to miss Algeria clash  Orlando Pirates FC

France and Algeria rocked by ‘most serious’ diplomatic crisis since end of colonial rule - Middle East EyeFrance and Algeria rocked by ‘most serious’ diplomatic crisis since end of colonial rule  Middle East Eye

Algeria jails writer Sansal for 5 years, France 'regrets' sentence - Hindustan TimesAlgeria jails writer Sansal for 5 years, France 'regrets' sentence  Hindustan Times

Algeria, France agree to resume security, migration cooperation amid diplomatic rift - news.cgtn.comAlgeria, France agree to resume security, migration cooperation amid diplomatic rift  news.cgtn.com

Algeria expels Moroccan diplomat over 'suspicious actions' - The New ArabAlgeria expels Moroccan diplomat over 'suspicious actions'  The New Arab

For Algeria, there were fears that Hassan II's successor would be more aggressive (declassified CIA report). - Maghreb OnlineFor Algeria, there were fears that Hassan II's successor would be more aggressive (declassified CIA report).  Maghreb Online

Amnesty calls on Algeria to release former soldier sentenced to life imprisonment - Middle East MonitorAmnesty calls on Algeria to release former soldier sentenced to life imprisonment  Middle East Monitor

Macron urges 'mercy' for jailed writer Sansal in call with Algeria's Tebboune - France 24Macron urges 'mercy' for jailed writer Sansal in call with Algeria's Tebboune  France 24

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Algeria, Egypt and Morocco edge closer to qualification; South Africa faces losing points - SportstarFIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Algeria, Egypt and Morocco edge closer to qualification; South Africa faces losing points  Sportstar

In Algiers, a Youth-led Gallery Offers Community Through Music During Ramadan - Interfaith AmericaIn Algiers, a Youth-led Gallery Offers Community Through Music During Ramadan  Interfaith America

Why the USA and Britain Respect Algeria and Will Never Dictate Its Path - International Supermarket NewsWhy the USA and Britain Respect Algeria and Will Never Dictate Its Path  International Supermarket News

Su-35 fighter jet slips into Algeria under official silence - BulgarianMilitary.comSu-35 fighter jet slips into Algeria under official silence  BulgarianMilitary.com

Erdogan holds talks with leaders of Indonesia, Algeria, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan - Türkiye TodayErdogan holds talks with leaders of Indonesia, Algeria, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan  Türkiye Today

Algeria sentences elderly writer to 5 years imprisonment for undermining state integrity - JURIST Legal NewsAlgeria sentences elderly writer to 5 years imprisonment for undermining state integrity  JURIST Legal News

Algeria jails writer Sansal for 5 years, France urges his release - ThePrintAlgeria jails writer Sansal for 5 years, France urges his release  ThePrint

Algeria announces the non-binding guiding principles for Member States on preventing, detecting and disrupting the use of new and emerging financial technologies for terrorist purposes - Welcome to the United NationsAlgeria announces the non-binding guiding principles for Member States on preventing, detecting and disrupting the use of new and emerging financial technologies for terrorist purposes  Welcome to the United Nations

Algeria to import over 9 million tonnes of wheat - World GrainAlgeria to import over 9 million tonnes of wheat  World Grain

The lack of strategy endangers Algeria's energy future - AtalayarThe lack of strategy endangers Algeria's energy future  Atalayar

North Africa Arms Race: Algeria Claims the Su-35, Morocco Has the Patriot - The National InterestNorth Africa Arms Race: Algeria Claims the Su-35, Morocco Has the Patriot  The National Interest

PRESIDENT OF INDIA IN Algeria; HOLDS BILATERAL MEETING WITH PRESIDENT of Algeria and leads delegation level-talks - PIBPRESIDENT OF INDIA IN Algeria; HOLDS BILATERAL MEETING WITH PRESIDENT of Algeria and leads delegation level-talks  PIB

Algeria Telecom Partners with Huawei to Deliver 400G WDM National Backbone Network, Accelerating Digital Economy Development - HuaweiAlgeria Telecom Partners with Huawei to Deliver 400G WDM National Backbone Network, Accelerating Digital Economy Development  Huawei

Algerian French Writer Is Sentenced to 5-Year Prison Term in Algeria - The New York TimesAlgerian French Writer Is Sentenced to 5-Year Prison Term in Algeria  The New York Times

India, Algeria sign MoU on bilateral defence cooperation - The HinduIndia, Algeria sign MoU on bilateral defence cooperation  The Hindu

Advancing green hydrogen production in Algeria with opportunities and challenges for future directions - NatureAdvancing green hydrogen production in Algeria with opportunities and challenges for future directions  Nature

Algeria’s quixotic approach to foreign policy - The International Institute for Strategic StudiesAlgeria’s quixotic approach to foreign policy  The International Institute for Strategic Studies

India-Algeria Bilateral and Trade Relations: An Overview - India BriefingIndia-Algeria Bilateral and Trade Relations: An Overview  India Briefing

Alstom in Algeria - AlstomAlstom in Algeria  Alstom

Another Algerian U-turn in the face of France’s firm stance on Sahara - Yabiladi.comAnother Algerian U-turn in the face of France’s firm stance on Sahara  Yabiladi.com

India-Algeria Strengthen Defence Ties - Drishti IASIndia-Algeria Strengthen Defence Ties  Drishti IAS

Boualem Sansal: Emmanuel Macron urges Algeria to free writer jailed over Morocco comments - BBCBoualem Sansal: Emmanuel Macron urges Algeria to free writer jailed over Morocco comments  BBC

France’s Emmanuel Macron calls for release of French Algerian writer - SemaforFrance’s Emmanuel Macron calls for release of French Algerian writer  Semafor

President of Algeria sends congratulatory letter to President Ilham Aliyev - AzerNewsPresident of Algeria sends congratulatory letter to President Ilham Aliyev  AzerNews

Algeria, Egypt and Morocco on track for 2026 World Cup - BBCAlgeria, Egypt and Morocco on track for 2026 World Cup  BBC

French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal sentenced to five years in prison - RFIFrench-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal sentenced to five years in prison  RFI

HRC: Algeria Calls for "Immediate" Cessation of Aggression Against Gaza - AL24 NewsHRC: Algeria Calls for "Immediate" Cessation of Aggression Against Gaza  AL24 News

Algeria jails writer Sansal for 5 years, France urges his release - ReutersAlgeria jails writer Sansal for 5 years, France urges his release  Reuters

Drought-stricken Algeria plans to import 1 million sheep ahead of Islam's Eid Al-Adha - NPRDrought-stricken Algeria plans to import 1 million sheep ahead of Islam's Eid Al-Adha  NPR

Algeria jails author Boualem Sansal for 5 years - DWAlgeria jails author Boualem Sansal for 5 years  DW

Algerian president extends Eid al-Fitr greetings to Azerbaijani leader - News.azAlgerian president extends Eid al-Fitr greetings to Azerbaijani leader  News.az

How France’s growing Morocco ties fueled diplomatic crisis with Algeria - AL-MonitorHow France’s growing Morocco ties fueled diplomatic crisis with Algeria  AL-Monitor

Algeria's President Tebboune wins second term with 95% of vote - The HinduAlgeria's President Tebboune wins second term with 95% of vote  The Hindu

Algerian Court Sentences Boualem Sansal to 5 Years in Prison - Morocco World NewsAlgerian Court Sentences Boualem Sansal to 5 Years in Prison  Morocco World News

Algeria hands French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal five-year prison term - France 24Algeria hands French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal five-year prison term  France 24

Algeria sentences author Sansal to five years in prison in a new chapter in the fight with France - AtalayarAlgeria sentences author Sansal to five years in prison in a new chapter in the fight with France  Atalayar

Algeria president says ready to normalise ties with Israel - The New ArabAlgeria president says ready to normalise ties with Israel  The New Arab

India-Algeria ties strengthen as President Murmu embarks on historic visit - Business StandardIndia-Algeria ties strengthen as President Murmu embarks on historic visit  Business Standard

The next chapter of India-Algeria relations - Hindustan TimesThe next chapter of India-Algeria relations  Hindustan Times

President Murmu calls for deeper economic cooperation between India, Algeria - The HinduPresident Murmu calls for deeper economic cooperation between India, Algeria  The Hindu

Algeria Receives the First Su-35, but Still Waits for the Su-57 - The National InterestAlgeria Receives the First Su-35, but Still Waits for the Su-57  The National Interest

Algeria agrees to resume dialogue and migration cooperation with France - Yabiladi.comAlgeria agrees to resume dialogue and migration cooperation with France  Yabiladi.com

Algeria’s ambassador to the US on new bilateral military plans: ‘The sky is the limit’ - DefenseScoopAlgeria’s ambassador to the US on new bilateral military plans: ‘The sky is the limit’  DefenseScoop

'Insult to injury': What’s behind the rising tensions between France and Algeria? - France 24'Insult to injury': What’s behind the rising tensions between France and Algeria?  France 24

French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal sentenced to prison in Algeria as France calls for his release - AP NewsFrench-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal sentenced to prison in Algeria as France calls for his release  AP News

Algeria steps up preparations for IATF2025 as six-month countdown starts - African Export-Import BankAlgeria steps up preparations for IATF2025 as six-month countdown starts  African Export-Import Bank

CDS General Chauhan concludes 4 day visit to Algeria aimed at boosting ties - Business StandardCDS General Chauhan concludes 4 day visit to Algeria aimed at boosting ties  Business Standard

The women’s ceremonial costume in the Eastern region of Algeria: knowledge and skills associated with the making and adornment of the ‘Gandoura’ and the ‘Melehfa’ - UNESCO Intangible Cultural HeritageThe women’s ceremonial costume in the Eastern region of Algeria: knowledge and skills associated with the making and adornment of the ‘Gandoura’ and the ‘Melehfa’  UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage

Algeria Jails Novelist in Case That’s Inflamed Ties With France - Bloomberg.comAlgeria Jails Novelist in Case That’s Inflamed Ties With France  Bloomberg.com

Macron throws cold water on French government’s fiery rhetoric on Algeria - politico.euMacron throws cold water on French government’s fiery rhetoric on Algeria  politico.eu

Algeria warns France, Morocco over 'provocative' military drills - The New ArabAlgeria warns France, Morocco over 'provocative' military drills  The New Arab

Algeria’s Army General Chanegriha Received in New Delhi by Indian Armed Forces Chief of Staff - AL24 NewsAlgeria’s Army General Chanegriha Received in New Delhi by Indian Armed Forces Chief of Staff  AL24 News

Algeria Warns France Over ‘Provocative’ Joint Military Drills with Morocco Near Border - Morocco World NewsAlgeria Warns France Over ‘Provocative’ Joint Military Drills with Morocco Near Border  Morocco World News

Algeria joins Multilateral Convention to tackle tax evasion and avoidance - OECDAlgeria joins Multilateral Convention to tackle tax evasion and avoidance  OECD

Algerian court sentences writer Sansal to five years in jail - France 24Algerian court sentences writer Sansal to five years in jail  France 24

AI fuels Morocco-Algeria heritage debate - Yabiladi.comAI fuels Morocco-Algeria heritage debate  Yabiladi.com

CDS Gen Anil Chauhan to visit Algeria from October 31 to November 4 - The HinduCDS Gen Anil Chauhan to visit Algeria from October 31 to November 4  The Hindu

US, Algeria sign ‘first-of-its-kind’ agreement to expand military cooperation - DefenseScoopUS, Algeria sign ‘first-of-its-kind’ agreement to expand military cooperation  DefenseScoop

Algeria sentences French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal to five years in prison - Le Monde.frAlgeria sentences French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal to five years in prison  Le Monde.fr

Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman reaffirm commitment to market stability on healthier oil market outlook - OPEC.orgSaudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman reaffirm commitment to market stability on healthier oil market outlook  OPEC.org

Visite en Algérie du représentant spécial du secrétaire général de l’OTAN pour le voisinage méridional - NATO - HomepageVisite en Algérie du représentant spécial du secrétaire général de l’OTAN pour le voisinage méridional  NATO - Homepage

Ambassador of Algeria to ASEAN presents Letter of Credence to the Secretary-General of ASEAN - ASEAN Main PortalAmbassador of Algeria to ASEAN presents Letter of Credence to the Secretary-General of ASEAN  ASEAN Main Portal

Journalist quits role after comparing French actions in Algeria to Nazi massacre - The GuardianJournalist quits role after comparing French actions in Algeria to Nazi massacre  The Guardian

Algeria, Tunisia discuss strengthening border cooperation to combat smuggling - Middle East MonitorAlgeria, Tunisia discuss strengthening border cooperation to combat smuggling  Middle East Monitor

France set to 'reexamine' historic 1968 migration pact with Algeria - Euronews.comFrance set to 'reexamine' historic 1968 migration pact with Algeria  Euronews.com

Paris Court Opens Trial for Algerian Suspect in 2019 Lyon Bomb Attack - Morocco World NewsParis Court Opens Trial for Algerian Suspect in 2019 Lyon Bomb Attack  Morocco World News

Algeria strengthens its fight against addiction and advances towards the Sustainable Development Goals - WHO | Regional Office for AfricaAlgeria strengthens its fight against addiction and advances towards the Sustainable Development Goals  WHO | Regional Office for Africa

A Social Media Campaign Against Algeria Has Just Started: A Call for Vigilance - International Supermarket NewsA Social Media Campaign Against Algeria Has Just Started: A Call for Vigilance  International Supermarket News

Italy double down with big win over Algeria - IHFItaly double down with big win over Algeria  IHF

Algeria strikes deal with Chevron to assess offshore oil - Offshore MagazineAlgeria strikes deal with Chevron to assess offshore oil  Offshore Magazine

News: NATO’s Special Representative for the Southern Neighbourhood visits Algeria , 28-Jan.-2025 - NATO - HomepageNews: NATO’s Special Representative for the Southern Neighbourhood visits Algeria , 28-Jan.-2025  NATO - Homepage

Algeria polling stations shut as President Tebboune poised for victory - The HinduAlgeria polling stations shut as President Tebboune poised for victory  The Hindu

Country Reports on Terrorism 2023: Algeria - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Country Reports on Terrorism 2023: Algeria  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

World Report 2025: Rights Trends in Algeria - Human Rights WatchWorld Report 2025: Rights Trends in Algeria  Human Rights Watch

Algeria Commits $5.4B to Desalination for Long-Term Water Security - Energy Capital & PowerAlgeria Commits $5.4B to Desalination for Long-Term Water Security  Energy Capital & Power

Climate Governance in Algeria: Analyzing Institutional Capacities, Challenges, and Strategic Pathways - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceClimate Governance in Algeria: Analyzing Institutional Capacities, Challenges, and Strategic Pathways  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Internationals: Senegal, Morocco, & Algeria with big wins - Ligue 1 McDonald'sInternationals: Senegal, Morocco, & Algeria with big wins  Ligue 1 McDonald's