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Syria and Algeria Explore Expanded Economic and Industrial Cooperation February 16, 2026 ALGERIA: Syria and Algeria have held talks to strengthen and expand economic and industrial cooperation between their nations. Officials from both countries discussed ways to boost trade, investment, and shared industrial ventures. The dialogue reflects mutual interest in leveraging each Continue Reading Algeria Moves to Cancel Air Services Agreement with the UAE February 9, 2026 ALGERIA: Algeria has begun procedures to cancel its air services agreement with the United Arab Emirates, signaling a shift in bilateral aviation relations. The decision follows rising tensions over regulatory and commercial issues in the aviation sector. Failure to reach Continue Reading China Launches AlSat-3B, Deepening Space Cooperation with Algeria February 2, 2026 ALGERIA: China has successfully launched the AlSat-3B satellite on behalf of Algeria, marking another milestone in their growing technological partnership. The satellite is expected to enhance Algeria’s capabilities in Earth observation, environmental monitoring, and development planning. Officials say the project Continue Reading France–Algeria Relations: A Legacy of Colonialism and Migrant Labor Exploitation January 28, 2026 ALGERIA: The colonial mindset seeks out fresh ways to exploit people instead of feeling guilt or shame. France once controlled Algeria and built its wealth by using Algerian labor. Today, it continues to treat the descendants of those Algerians and Continue Reading Sahrawi Ambassador Strengthens Ties with Algerian Youth Leadership January 12, 2026 ALGERIA: Mr. Khatri Adouh, a member of the National Secretariat of the Polisario Front and the Ambassador of the Sahrawi Republic to Algeria, met with Mr. Mohsen, the President of the Algerian Youth Organization. They discussed the strong ties between Continue Reading Algeria and Egypt Move to Enhance Bilateral Consular Cooperation December 17, 2025 ALGERIA: Sofiane Chaib, the Algerian Secretary of State to the Minister of Foreign Affairs responsible for the National Community Abroad, met with Nabil Habashi, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Migration and Egyptian Expatriates from Egypt. This meeting took Continue Reading Algeria Arrests Journalist Saad Bouakba Over Remarks on Independence War December 1, 2025 ALGERIA: Algerian officials need to release veteran columnist Saad Bouakba right away and without any conditions. He was arrested on November 27 for allegedly defaming the late President Ahmed Ben Bella. Authorities should also drop all charges linked to his Continue Reading Algeria Sends “Positive Signals” to France as Diplomatic Ties Begin to Thaw November 24, 2025 ALGERIA: Laurent Nuñez's appointment has already changed the way people talk about things. He mentioned that looking back at the 1968 agreements “is not on the agenda” and highlighted how important it is to bring back security cooperation between the Continue Reading Algeria Introduces Bill to Regulate Major Social Media Platforms November 3, 2025 ALGERIA: Algeria has proposed a new law that aims to bring platforms like Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram under direct legal control. This move seeks to enhance digital regulation and boost national sovereignty. The suggested law would require major digital platforms Continue Reading Algeria and Vietnam Convene Fourth Session of Political Consultations October 27, 2025 Continue Reading Algerian Institutions Alert Public to Surge in Online Scams Involving Fake Job Offers October 20, 2025
[fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" background_position="left top" background_color="" border_color="" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" Continue Reading President Tebboune Opposes Reclassification of Farmland, Urges Stronger Protection Measures October 13, 2025 ALGERIA: President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has strongly opposed changing agricultural land into areas for public infrastructure projects during the Council of Ministers meeting. He called on the government to protect Algeria’s remaining fertile lands as urban development continues to grow. This Continue Reading Security Forces Neutralize Six Terrorists, Arrest Nine Accomplices in Week-Long Operation October 6, 2025
[fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" background_position="left top" background_color="" border_color="" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" Continue Reading Algeria Appoints Chemist-Turned-Politician Ghrieb as New Prime Minister September 3, 2025 ALGERIA: Algeria has a new prime minister. Ghrieb, who is 51 years old and trained as a chemist, became the Minister of Industry and Pharmaceutical Production in November 2024. He earned his doctorate in physical chemistry of materials from Badji Continue Reading Eastern Algeria Rocked by 5.8-Magnitude Earthquake August 18, 2025 ALGERIA: A 5.8 magnitude earthquake shook Tebessa Province in eastern Algeria, as reported by the Research Center in Astronomy, Astrophysics, and Geophysics (CRAAG). The epicenter of the quake was located 10 km southeast of Negrine in Tebessa Province, according to Continue Reading Algerian Institute for Comprehensive Studies President Hosts Sahrawi Delegation August 11, 2025 ALGERIA: Major General Abdelaziz Mejahed, who leads the Algerian Institute for Comprehensive Studies, welcomed a Sahrawi delegation to the institute's main office in Algiers. This meeting provided a chance to discuss important topics connected to the Sahrawi cause, such as Continue Reading Nigeria and Algeria Strengthen Diplomatic Relations with Launch of New Embassy Chancery in Algiers August 5, 2025 ALGERIA: Nigeria and Algeria have confirmed their dedication to improving their relationship after a meeting between Nigeria's Foreign Affairs Minister, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, and Algeria's Foreign Affairs Minister, His Excellency Ahmed Attaf, in Algiers. The two ministers talked about Continue Reading Algerian Foreign Minister Hosts U.S. Senior Africa Advisor for High-Level Talks July 29, 2025 ALGERIA: Ahmed Attaf, Algeria's Minister of State and Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community Abroad, and African Affairs, welcomed Massad Boulos, the senior advisor to the President of the United States for Africa, during his official visit to Algeria. Both Continue Reading Debate Over Algeria’s Data Law Raises Concerns About Independence July 21, 2025 ALGERIA: Promoted as a step towards meeting European standards, Algeria has introduced a draft law on personal data protection. While the initiative appears to be designed to enhance future collaboration with Eurojust, there are significant concerns among observers regarding its Continue Reading Algeria Uncovers and Dismantles International Vehicle Smuggling Network from Libya July 16, 2025 Algeria: Algerian authorities have announced the dismantling of an international criminal network that was involved in smuggling vehicles from Libya to Algeria through fraudulent means. The Algerian police stated that they smuggled the vehicles from Libya by forging their exterior Continue Reading Mostaganem Province in Algeria Hosts Festival Celebrating Sahrawi Women July 7, 2025 Algeria: This evening, the Algerian province of Mostaganem is hosting the Sahrawi Women’s Festival, themed "Memory, Identity, and Struggle." The event is organized by the General Union of Free Students and supported by the Algerian National Observatory for Civil Society. Continue Reading Algeria Sentences French Journalist to 7 Years Over Football Report in Kabyle Region July 1, 2025 Algeria: A court in Algeria has sentenced French journalist Christophe Gleizes to seven years in prison for allegedly promoting terrorism through his reporting on a football team in Kabyle, a region central to the country's separatist conflicts. Gleizes, 36, is Continue Reading Three fans die in Algeria football stadium fall June 27, 2025 Algeria: Three individuals lost their lives after falling from the upper section of a stadium in Algeria immediately following the final whistle, as the local football team MC Alger secured the league title. Many others were injured when a security Continue Reading Algeria: A Hub of Academic Excellence and Cultural Heritage June 19, 2025 Algeria: Algeria invites international students who wish to begin or continue their education at its universities. To support this initiative, the country has developed a comprehensive, innovative, and modern framework aimed at providing an outstanding experience for foreign students selecting Continue Reading Aid Group Warns of Growing Crisis as 7,000 Migrants Stranded in Niger Desert June 11, 2025 Algeria: More than 7,000 people, mostly from Niger and sub-Saharan Africa, were forcibly relocated from Algeria to the Assamaka Desert in Niger in April and May 2025 due to irregular administrative circumstances. Without access to food, drink, or medical care, Continue Reading Algeria Conducts First Live-Fire Test of Russian S-400 Air Defense System June 5, 2025 Algeria: During the tactical live-fire exercise "Al-Sumoud 2025," the Algerian People's National Army showcased the operational use of the Russian-made S-400 Triumf surface-to-air missile system for the first time. The exercise clearly incorporated the system, utilizing its launchers and radar Continue Reading Libya and Algeria Strengthen Economic Ties Through Maghreb Bank Cooperation May 27, 2025 Algeria: Libya and Algeria have reiterated their dedication to enhancing financial and economic collaboration during high-level discussions that took place alongside the annual meetings of the Islamic Development Bank Group in Algiers. A key focus of their conversation was the Continue Reading Algeria Advances Steadily Towards Water Security Through Strategic Initiatives April 16, 2025 Algeria: In the context of regional and global water shortages exacerbated by climate change, Algeria is making notable advancements in securing its water supply. This progress is mainly due to important projects started by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, which aim to Continue Reading Algerian Authorities Seize Over 227 kg of Drugs, Arrest Traffickers in Major Operations March 29, 2025 Combined detachments of the National Gendarmerie and Algerian Customs apprehended a drug trafficker on the National Road No. 1 linking Ghardaia to Laghouat and seized 121.40 kg of cocaine stashed in his vehicle, while Border Guards arrested four Moroccan nationals Continue Reading Algeria Ends French Aid to Private Schools Amid Dispute March 28, 2025 Algeria has decided to stop French financial aid to private schools, because of tensions between the two countries. The Algerian government says the decision is part of its effort to limit foreign influence on education and strengthen national independence from Continue Reading

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Algeria has been rising up the ranks in the Open Doors Persecuted Countries List in recent years. Violence against the Church is increasing rapidly. Church demolitions, arrests of pastors, and physical harm to Christian Believers are rampant. Algeria does not have any significant missionary organization. Yet, the Algerian Church is growing steadily. The majority of Christian Believers in Algeria are from a Muslim background. They choose to remain secret or try to leave the country. In 2024, Algeria’s rank for persecution is 19th.

39,542,000 POPULATION 19 PERSECUTION RANKING ISLAM DOMINANT RELIGION Day 23 Pray For Algeria keyboard_arrow_left keyboard_arrow_right President Abdelmadjid Tebboune close In 2023, the Algerian government ordered all protestant churches to close. Head of State 5% POPULATION BELOW POVERTY LINE 75.41 yrs LIFE EXPECTANCY 91.8% LITERACY RATE Day 23 Pray for Algeria keyboard_arrow_left keyboard_arrow_right