Algeria and France Restore Security Cooperation Following Ministerial Visit. Algiers, Algeria — France and Algeria have agreed to restore high-level security cooperation, marking a significant step towards easing diplomatic tensions between the two nations.
The decision came during a visit to Algiers by French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez, who met with Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune.
According to local reports, Nuñez stated that both sides had agreed to “reactivate a high-level security cooperation mechanism. Officials commented on the matter.
The agreement follows France’s 2024 support for Moroccan sovereignty over the disputed Western Sahara region, a position that Algeria opposes.
This decision has been a point of contention between the two countries, with Algeria supporting the pro — independence Polisario Front. Nuñez’s trip had been planned for months but was repeatedly delayed.
The renewed cooperation is expected to take effect “as quickly as possible “and continue “at a very high level, “he confirmed.
The talks involved senior security officials from both countries, including France’s domestic intelligence chief and Algeria’s head of internal security.
The visit and agreement are seen as a positive step towards improving diplomatic relations.
However, the depth and sustainability of this diplomatic thaw remain to be seen, with questions about whether it can resolve deeper — seated issues.
Further details are expected as both countries work to implement the new security cooperation measures.
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Source: lemonde.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 4*
