ALGERIAN PATRIOTS - ENGLISH

The diplomatic standoff between Algiers and Paris continues to escalate, fueled by repeated accusations of non-compliance with international commitments. The latest episode unfolded after Algeria published its response rejecting France’s new initiative—a list of Algerian nationals subject to expulsion orders. French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau quickly took to X (formerly Twitter) to lash out at Algeria once again, accusing it of violating its international obligations. However, repeating an accusation does not make it true. This ongoing blame game demands a thorough examination of the facts to determine, once and for all, who is truly upholding international law and who is flouting it . Five key elements shed light on this issue. 1 – A Legitimate Algerian Refusal Based on Solid Legal Grounds Contrary to France’s claims, Algeria did not reject the expulsion list out of sheer opposition. Its stance is based on a simple yet crucial legal reality : no bilateral agreement mandate...

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has issued a final ruling in the controversial case between USM Alger (Algeria) and RS Berkane (Morocco) in the CAF Confederation Cup for the 2023/2024 season . This decision represents a humiliating defeat for Morocco , which attempted to use football as a tool to legitimize its illegal occupation of Western Sahara. However, its efforts have failed miserably , as CAS has reaffirmed that political manipulation has no place in sports. Morocco’s Attempt to Politicize Football and Impose an Illegal Narrative On April 21, 2024, USM Alger was scheduled to face RS Berkane in the CAF Confederation Cup quarter-finals . However, the Algerian team refused to play the match after discovering that RS Berkane’s jerseys featured a political map depicting Western Sahara as part of Morocco . This was an explicit attempt by Morocco to use football as a tool for political propaganda , violating international law and CAF regulations , which prohibit politic...

Algeria's acquisition of the Sukhoi Su-35 air superiority fighter marks a strategic turning point in the military balance in North Africa and the Mediterranean . This technological choice significantly enhances the Algerian National People's Army (ANP) 's air capabilities, countering neighboring air forces equipped with Western aircraft. This surge in power could reshape regional power dynamics and influence the military doctrines of neighboring countries. 1. The Sukhoi Su-35: A Formidable Air Superiority Fighter The Su-35 is an advanced evolution of the Su-27 , developed by Russia to meet the challenges of modern air combat. As a 4.5-generation fighter, it is equipped with cutting-edge technologies, including: ✅ Exceptional super-maneuverability thanks to its AL-41F1S thrust-vectoring engines . ✅ A powerful radar (Irbis-E) capable of detecting targets up to 400 km away . ✅ Advanced electronic warfare systems , with a low radar cross-section (RCS of 1 to 3 m²) . ✅...

The recent case involving an employee of the French Ministry of Economy, who has been indicted for intelligence activities with a foreign power—specifically Algeria—and is suspected of having transmitted sensitive information to the Algerian authorities about opponents based in France, sheds a stark light on the complexity of relations between Paris and these dissidents. According to a source close to the investigation, an Algerian agent sought information from this Bercy employee about Algerian nationals, including well-known opposition figures such as Mohamed Larbi Zitout and Amir Boukhors , both of whom are the subject of an international arrest warrant for terrorism. Other influential figures were also affected, such as influencer Chawki Benzehra , as well as a refugee journalist and an Algerian who filed a complaint in France against a general . Some of these individuals are said to have been victims of violence, death threats, or even kidnapping attempts, according to the same s...

The Maghreb, shaped by a rich tapestry of identities and intricate historical evolutions, bears the profound imprint of the colonial period. Among the administrative decisions imposed by colonial powers, the renaming of Morocco in Arabic—from the Sultanate of Fez and Marrakech (سلطنة فاس و مراكش) to Morocco  (المغرب) under the French Protectorate—stands out as an act with far-reaching consequences. Initially perceived as a pragmatic and purely administrative measure, this change has had a lasting impact on the region’s historical consciousness, as well as on the appropriation of figures and symbols essential to national identity. Notably, this standardization of Morocco’s name fostered, in the collective imagination, a centralization of historical narratives that sometimes overshadowed or diminished the contributions of other Maghreb nations, particularly Algeria. This phenomenon has given rise to tensions regarding historical interpretation and the claim to influential figures su...

France, once a key global power, now faces a harsh reality: its influence in Africa has collapsed. Expelled from multiple African countries under humiliating circumstances, it has lost access to strategic resources and the economic advantages it once derived from its former colonies. Military bases have been dismantled, French companies have seen their privileges reduced, and exports to Africa have plummeted due to new taxes and restrictions. This forced retreat has triggered a deep crisis in Paris. The French economy, which long benefited from exploiting Africa’s wealth, is now faltering under this new reality. Diplomatically, the situation is no better. Some European Union member states are even questioning France’s status as a major power, suggesting that its permanent seat on the UN Security Council could be transferred to Germany. In an attempt to recover, Paris is desperately seeking to reposition itself. One of its strategies involves forming a strategic alliance with Morocco ...

The book Les Scénarios noirs de l’armée française by Alexandra Saviana presents a series of hypotheses about potential conflicts involving France and its neighbors by 2030. Among these scenarios, one of the most striking concerns a supposed war between Algeria and Morocco in August 2025, just before the major Franco-Moroccan military exercises "Chergui 2025" scheduled for September. This highly speculative vision falls within a tradition of alarmist narratives often disconnected from the military and strategic realities of the region. A biased view of the Algerian-Moroccan balance of power One of the book’s scenarios describes an alleged Algerian offensive on Oujda, which would result in a "resounding" failure for Algeria. This hypothesis is based on a flawed perception of the military balance between the two countries. The Algerian army: a vastly superior force Contrary to the book’s implications, Algeria possesses one of the most powerful armies in Africa and...