Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune revealed that his country is ready to submit documents and physical evidence to African legal institutions to substantiate claims about the atrocities committed during French colonial rule. This announcement was made during a speech addressing a report prepared by the African Union's legal committee, presented at the 39th summit held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on February 14-15. The report classifies French colonialism as a 'crime against humanity', noting that certain actions during the period of enslavement and deportation qualify as 'acts of genocide' against African peoples.

During his address, which was delivered by Prime Minister Aïmene Benabderrahmane, Tebboune emphasized the historical documents held by Algeria that unveil the severe violations and atrocities perpetrated to suppress the Algerian people's resistance, including the use of methods prohibited under international law. This underlying assertion of historical evidence also reflects Algeria's broader stance on seeking reparative justice and acknowledgment for the colonial crimes committed against its people.

In a significant legislative step, the Algerian parliament unanimously voted on December 24, 2025, to criminalize the glorification of these colonial crimes. This move complements Algeria's ongoing campaign to raise awareness of its historical grievances and calls for international recognition and accountability regarding the injustices faced during the colonial period, thus placing the issue firmly on the international legal agenda.