Algeria has ordered 12 French embassy officials to leave within 48 hours due to France's indictment of three Algerians connected to the kidnapping of influencer Amir Boukhors. Barrot clarified that the expulsions are a response to serious accusations against the Algerians on French soil. He urged Algeria to reconsider the decision, warning of potential retaliation. Relations between the two countries have soured recently, influenced by events like President Macron's stance on Western Sahara and the sentencing of author Boualem Sansal.
Algeria's expulsion of 12 French diplomats is a clear response to France’s indictment of three Algerians linked to the kidnapping of influencer Amir Boukhors.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot has urged Algeria to reconsider the expulsion of its officials, warning of immediate retaliation if the decision is maintained.
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