The recent diplomatic tensions between Algeria and France escalated when Algeria expelled a dozen French officials after France arrested three Algerians implicated in the kidnapping of a prominent critic of the Algerian government. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot urged Algeria to reverse its expulsion order, warning of immediate repercussions if it did not comply. This diplomatic spat threatens to derail ongoing efforts to improve relations between the two nations, which have historic ties. The three arrested men are facing serious charges, and the case highlights broader tensions regarding Algeria's treatment of dissenters abroad.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot stated that the expulsion of French officials by Algeria is a direct response to the arrest of three Algerians over the kidnapping of a social media influencer.
Calls were made by Barrot for Algeria to abandon these expulsion measures, warning that failure to do so would necessitate an immediate French response.
The diplomatic tensions have escalated following the indictment of three Algerians, including a consular official, for their alleged roles in the kidnapping of a high-profile critic of the Algerian government.
Amir Boukhors, the kidnapped social media influencer, has been granted asylum in France and has faced nine international arrest warrants from Algeria on various charges, including fraud.
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