Algiers – The French Chargé d’Affaires in Algeria was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today, Saturday, January 24, 2026, following the broadcast of a program on French public television channel France 2.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement expressing strong condemnation of the program, which it described as a fabrication presented under the guise of a documentary.
According to the statement, the ministry views the broadcast as containing blatant falsehoods and unfounded allegations. It further stated that the program included deeply offensive and gratuitously provocative content.
The summoning of the French diplomat underscores the seriousness with which Algerian authorities are treating the matter and highlights the potential for diplomatic tensions arising from the broadcast. The government is expected to release further details regarding its response in the coming days.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
