Algeria — country in North Africa

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Friday, October 9, 2026

Algeria

country in North Africa

In brief

Algeria cut diplomatic ties with the UAE, signaling a geopolitical shift as the two sides move apart amid regional tensions and criticisms of UAE influence. Meanwhile, regional solidarity and strategic partnerships surrounding Algeria persist, with Morocco backing Jordan after Iranian attacks, India signaling deeper mining cooperation with Algeria, and French political discourse featuring defenders of Algeria against racist rhetoric ahead of elections.

Pope Leo XIV will continue his role as peacemaker and said he has “no fear” of the Trump administration. The pope spoke with reporters aboard the papal plane on its way to Algeria Monday, Mediaite reported. The pope was…

LatestAlgeria to Close Airspace to UAE Aircraft After Diplomatic RuptureAlgeria will close its airspace to all UAE-registered civilian and military aircraft starting Friday, September 11, 2026, with commercial flights to Houari Boumediene International Airport exempt until the end of 2026 after severing diplomatic ties with the UAE. The UAE expressed hope the move is temporary and reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining fraternal relations and broader ties.Sep 11, 2026