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Ghardaia, Algeria, celebrated Eid al-Fitr with a collective gathering of worshippers dressed in white, showcasing unity and tradition.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is traveling to Algeria shortly after the constitutional referendum to negotiate increased gas imports amid an international crisis.

A sports journalist is imprisoned in Algeria, raising questions about potential support from famous footballer Zinedine Zidane.

The article discusses the life and achievements of Algerian poet, novelist, and academic Abdullah Hamadi, highlighting his significant contributions to literature and education in Algeria over the past fifty years.

Three American senators have introduced a bill to classify the Polisario Front as a terrorist organization, sparking reactions even in Algeria, which supports the movement for self-determination in Western Sahara.

CR Belouizdad hosts Al-Masry SC in the Confederation Cup quarterfinal match after a 1-1 draw in the first leg.

Adidas unveils the away jerseys for the nations participating in the 2026 World Cup, featuring designs inspired by the aesthetics of the 1990s.

Boualem Sansal's controversial move from Gallimard to Grasset has sparked debates in the French literary world, especially after his recent release from prison in Algeria.

The Algerian national football team has welcomed six new players under coach Vladimir Petkovic ahead of friendly matches against Guatemala and Uruguay.

Historian Pierre Vermeren discusses the historically tense relationship between France and Algeria in his new book, advocating for a reevaluation of the ties given their troubled past.

Algerian football player Lotfi Bouswar faces legal trouble after an altercation with a policewoman at the Houari Boumediene Airport following a match in Egypt.

Algeria's renewed diplomatic efforts toward Niger and Burkina Faso signify a strategic attempt to strengthen ties within the Sahel region despite skepticism from Mali.

The article discusses how rising oil prices, exceeding $100 due to geopolitical conflicts, are benefiting African oil-exporting countries in terms of surplus revenues for development projects and debt repayment.

A South African coach, Rolani Mokwena, received a two-month suspended prison sentence and a fine due to currency-related offenses in Algeria.

Pope León XIV will make his third international trip to Africa, visiting Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea from April 13 to 23, engaging in various meaningful activities.

The French and Algerian foreign ministers have spoken for the first time in months to discuss the revival of bilateral cooperation in the context of the Middle East conflict.

Former Austrian international Christopher Trimmel warns that Algeria could pose a significant challenge to Austria in the upcoming 2026 World Cup, despite many not considering them top contenders.

The Algerian army reported the deaths of three soldiers and the killing of seven jihadists during an operation against terrorism in the east of the country.

The article discusses how Morocco and Algeria are refraining from condemning US and Israeli attacks on Iran, focusing instead on their own local concerns regarding the Western Sahara conflict.

A rare snowfall occurred in Ain Sefra, Algeria, in the Sahara Desert, marking only the seventh recorded instance of such an event in four decades.

Algerian defender Souhib Nayyar expresses strong confidence in his ability to participate in the upcoming World Cup despite not having played yet for the national team.

The Liberian Registry awarded the MR 'Magic Wand' for its bravery in rescuing 20 shipwrecked individuals in December 2025.

Morocco has become Africa's leading importer of major weapons as it modernizes its military in the context of ongoing tensions with Algeria.

India has activated its Plan-B in response to a potential LPG crisis amid the ongoing Middle East conflict by increasing domestic production and sourcing additional LPG-LNG cargoes from countries like Algeria, Australia, Canada, and Norway.

Morocco has emerged as the largest importer of arms on the African continent, with a 12% increase in imports reported by SIPRI between 2021 and 2025 compared to the previous five years.

India is ramping up its domestic LPG production and sourcing additional LNG-LPG shipments from countries like Algeria, Australia, and Canada to address the ongoing energy crisis caused by global tensions in the Middle East.

Algeria's Parliament has approved an amended version of a law that criminalizes French colonization, removing demands for official apologies and reparations from France.

The Algerian Parliament has amended the law criminalizing French colonization by removing the requirement for official apologies and reparations from France.

Algerian footballer Youssef Belaili faces a one-year suspension from FIFA due to allegations of forgery concerning financial documents.

A trial concerning the 2014 Air Algeria plane crash has commenced in Paris.

Argentina is preparing for its 2026 World Cup debut against Algeria, and coach Lionel Scaloni is considering his ideal lineup amidst uncertainties caused by some players' inconsistent performances.

The coach of ES Sétif, Lotfi Amrouche, was assaulted before a match against JS Chlef, causing significant tension and an emergency delay.

A military plane crash in Algeria has resulted in two fatalities and four injuries shortly after taking off from Boufarik Air Base.

Argentina's national team is placed as a top seed in Group J of the 2026 World Cup and will play its matches in Kansas City and Dallas against Algeria, Austria, and Jordan.

Lithuanian border guards apprehended two men posing as students on a bus from Riga to Vilnius, revealing they lacked legal residence permits in the country.

Two Algerian men unsuccessfully attempted to deceive border guards by claiming to be students studying in Lithuania while traveling without valid visas.

The article discusses the resurgence of classical Arabic poetry in Algeria among the younger generation in the context of its historical roots and modern implications.

An Alicante court has sentenced the captain of a migrant boat to eight years in prison after five individuals died while drifting at sea for 16 days.

Algerians are increasingly concerned about the rising food costs as they prepare for the Ramadan festivities amid declining purchasing power.

Rafik Saifi has been appointed as the new coach of the Algerian Olympic football team with the aim of preparing for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Boualem Sansal, an Algerian writer and peace prize recipient, was imprisoned for five years under dubious charges, highlighting tensions between French politics and Algeria.

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif won the Olympic gold medal in women's welterweight boxing (-66 kg) at the Paris 2024 Games, amid significant crowd support and controversy regarding gender issues in the sport.

The Ain Fouara statue in Setif, Algeria, has been vandalized again, marking the fifth act of such destruction against this iconic historical landmark.

Algerian media have recognized the historical significance of Pope Leo XIV's upcoming visit to Algeria, highlighting its potential to strengthen ties with the Vatican.

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to visit Algeria, Angola, Equatorial Guinea, and Cameroon from April 13-23, 2026, marking his first major overseas trip and a significant milestone in Catholic-Muslim relations.

Pope Leo XIV is set to visit four African countries in April, marking the first time a Catholic Church leader will travel to Algeria, a majority-Muslim nation.

The Vatican announced that Pope Leo XIV will embark on his first papal visit to Algeria in April, as part of a broader tour that includes other African nations.

Pope Leo XIV is set to embark on historic visits to Algeria and several European countries in April, marking the first time a pope has visited the North African Muslim country.

Pope Leo XIV is set to make a historic visit to Algeria in April, marking the first papal visit to the North African nation as part of a broader tour of Africa.

Pope León XIV has announced his first significant international trip to Africa, visiting Algeria, Angola, Cameroon, and Equatorial Guinea from April 13 to 23.