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Algeria-France security cooperation at lowest: France's DGSI chief

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  • 12 Mar 2025 21:30
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Tensions between France and Algeria persist as inconsistencies within French institutions regarding the stance toward Algeria disrupt relations.

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Security cooperation between France and Algeria is witnessing an unprecedented decline, prompting Céline Berthon, the head of France's General Directorate for Internal Security, to describe the security relationship between both nations as "at its lowest level".

In an interview with Franceinfo, Berthon said the current situation was "unbearable", without providing additional details. 

The diplomatic crisis between both nations began escalating in July 2024, but the downturn has now reached its peak. 

Although a potential calm was expected, tensions persist, particularly after Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune said cooperating with the French DGSI was becoming increasingly difficult, especially because it is under French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau's authority, who has taken a hostile stance against Algeria. 

Tebboune, however, also pointed out that "cooperation with the French Directorate-General for External Security, which operates under the authority of the Ministry of Defense, is still ongoing under better conditions," reflecting divisions within French institutions regarding their approach to Algeria.  

The political tensions between the two countries have directly impacted security coordination, especially as the French interior minister continues to aggravate his stance against Algeria. He has hinted at stricter measures, including a review of the 1968 Agreement regulating Algerians’ residency in France, as well as additional visa and migration restrictions.  

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