Algeria

Algeria cuts diplomatic ties with the UAE, Algerian state TV says

While the reason for the move was not immediately clear, Algerian media outlets have strongly criticized the UAE in the past, accusing it of attempting to sow regional discord.

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A demonstrator waves an Algerian flag
A wildfire rages in a mountainous area near the town of Al Hachimia, Bouira Province, on July 21, 2026.

At least 12 killed as wildfires rage across several Algerian provinces

Thirty-six fires were reported in Bejaia province alone, of which 18 had been brought under control.

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MIGRANTS HEAD back to Morocco after crossing into Ceuta by sea amid mass crossings of migrants on foot and by sea from Morocco into Spanish territory, in Ceuta, in 2026.

Ceuta: The border where Spain, Morocco, Israel, and the United States converge - opinion

When a state perceives shifts in the regional balance of power, borders often become the first arena through which strategic messages are conveyed.

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Illustrative: Firetrucks are pictured as firefighters attempt to extinguish a blaze at Chrea National Park, in the south of Algeria's Blida province, on August 27, 2025.

Eleven people killed in orphanage fire in suburb of Algerian capital

Eleven people were killed and 19 injured in the fire as emergency teams work to evacuate victims amidst a heatwave in Algeria.

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Algerian soccer player found guilty by French court after sharing antisemitic video

Youcef Atal received an eight month suspended sentence and was ordered to pay €45,000 (approximately NIS 179,700) for sharing an antisemitic video on Instagram.

JANUARY 4, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
occer Football - Europa Conference League - Group D - Partizan Belgrade v OGC Nice - Partizan Stadium, Belgrade, Serbia - September 15, 2022 OGC Nice's Youcef Atal in action

We thank them for coming to celebrate the Feast of the Tabernacles - editorial

At a time when antisemitism and anti-Israel prejudice have again surfaced around the world, the Christian pilgrim's support for Israel should not be taken for granted.

OCTOBER 6, 2023ByJPOST EDITORIAL
March of the Nations: Thousands of Christians from more than 90 countries march through the streets of Jerusalem on October 4, 2023.

Algeria joins other Arab countries in banning 'Barbie' movie

So far Algeria, Lebanon, and Kuwait have all banned the new “Barbie” movie, stating that the film promotes homosexuality.

AUGUST 15, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
MARGOT ROBBIE and Ryan Gosling in ‘Barbie.’

Niger reopens borders with several neighbors a week after coup

The borders that have reopened are mainly in remote desert areas. Niger's key entryways for trade and commerce remain closed due to sanctions imposed by the regional bloc.

AUGUST 2, 2023ByREUTERS
General Abdourahmane Tiani, who was declared as the new head of state of Niger by leaders of a coup, arrives to meet with ministers in Niamey, Niger July 28, 2023.

Algeria criticizes Israel's recognition of Moroccan sovereignty on Western Sahara

The two North African countries, which share a long border, have been locked in a bitter rivalry for decades over Western Sahara.

JULY 20, 2023ByREUTERS
Moroccan and Israeli officials sign memorandums of understanding in Rabat on December 22, 2020.

The musical worlds of Darya Mosenzon – from classical music to the sounds of Morocco and Algeria

LIVE: Israeli pianist Darya Mosenzon in conversation with Yotam Ziv.

JULY 5, 2023ByALAN ROSENBAUM
Darya Mosenzon

'Differently': Israeli short stories that take a different perspective - review

Avner Lahav: “My short stories are experiments in addressing reality; therefore, each story is in a different style, a parable. I don’t approach reality head-on but go around it.”

JUNE 17, 2023BySHULA KOPF
Avner Lahav and his new book.

Israeli delegation expelled from African Union conference hall

The representatives of South Africa and Algeria were reportedly responsible for the removal of Israel, an observer state, from the conference hall.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023ByWALLA!, REUTERS
Algeria's Prime Minister Aymen Benabderrahmane looks on during the 36th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union (AU) at the Africa Union headquarters in Addis Ababa on February 18, 2023.

West, wake up: the Arab world isn't monolithic

The Middle East and North Africa are geographical regions with a rich history dating back to ancient times.

JANUARY 6, 2023ByMAJDI HALABI/THE MEDIA LINE
Saudi Arabia Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman is received by Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani on the sidelines of the World Cup in Doha, Qatar, November 20, 2022

Voices from the Arab press: Sadat’s genius decision for war, peace

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world

OCTOBER 28, 2022ByTHE MEDIA LINE
EGYPTIAN PRESIDENT Anwar Sadat and prime minister Menachem Begin acknowledge applause during a Joint Session of Congress in which US president Jimmy Carter announced the Camp David Accords results, in Washington, Sept. 1978.