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Algeria Summons French Ambassador Over Alleged DGSE Destabilization Plot; France Calls Accusations 'Unfounded'

Dec 15, 2024, 01:21 PM

On December 15, Algeria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the French ambassador in Algiers, Stéphane Romatet, to issue a formal complaint over alleged activities by French intelligence services aimed at destabilizing Algeria. The move follows an Algerian documentary accusing the French external intelligence agency, the DGSE, of orchestrating operations and maneuvers described as 'hostile' and 'aggressive' to undermine Algeria's sovereignty. The Algerian government claims to have 'confirmed evidence' supporting these allegations. French authorities have responded to the accusations, with Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stating that they are 'unfounded.'