Algiers – The Algerian News Agency (APS) has issued a strong condemnation of what it describes as a “serious professional lapse” by French public audiovisual media. This criticism comes ahead of the broadcast of a new episode of the program ‘Complément d’enquête’ on France Télévisions, which the agency views as having a propagandistic and provocative title targeting Algeria.
According to APS, the episode’s title suggests a major scandal. However, the agency argues that the program fails to meet the standards of balanced and professional journalism. Instead, it accuses the program of adopting narratives influenced by far-right discourse in France, sacrificing fundamental principles of journalistic accuracy and objectivity.
APS further alleges that certain French public platforms are turning Algeria into “media consumption material” by reproducing biased theses and presenting them as investigative reports. The agency considers this a systematic distortion that neither serves the public’s right to information nor aligns with the supposed role of media funded by taxpayers.
The Algerian News Agency also expressed its surprise at the decision to provide public media platforms to controversial figures, presenting them as “experts” despite their alleged lack of credibility and professional experience. APS warns of the potential impact of this type of discourse on public opinion, particularly among young people.
The agency emphasized that the repeated occurrence of these biased media treatments cannot be separated from a broader French political and media context. APS claims that this context suffers from a crisis in dealing with Algeria, often influenced by ideological animosity and colonial nostalgia. It asserts that the pursuit of viewership ratings or “buzz” does not justify compromising professional ethics.
In conclusion, APS stated that such media approaches do not contribute to easing Algerian-French relations. Rather, they reveal what it describes as a “lack of editorial and ethical integrity” within certain circles of French public media. The agency calls for a return to professional standards and responsible reporting.
