"Aoun was sentenced to five years in prison after being convicted of corruption, with prosecutors having sought a 12-year sentence for the former minister."
"The case revolved around the irregular sales of ferrous and non-ferrous metal waste, violating public asset management rules and involving unlawful contract awards."
"Several other officials were also convicted, including Aoun's son, Mehdi Aoun, who received a six-year prison term as part of the same case."
"This case and the convictions are part of an ongoing anti-corruption drive launched by Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, targeting senior officials."
Ali Aoun, former Algerian Industry Minister, received a five-year prison sentence for corruption related to the irregular sales of metal waste. Prosecutors initially sought a 12-year sentence. The Economic and Financial Criminal Court also imposed a fine of 1 million Algerian dinar. The case involved accusations of mismanagement and unlawful contract awards. Several other officials were convicted, including Aoun's son, who received a six-year term. This case is part of a broader anti-corruption campaign initiated by President Abdelmadjid Tebboune since 2019.
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