Detains

Algiers, Algeria – In a significant crackdown on pro-democracy movements, Algerian authorities have detained more than a dozen activists who have been voicing demands for political reform and transparency. According to a local attorney, these advocates have recently been placed in pre-trial detention, sparking concerns about the government’s commitment to upholding democratic values and human rights. The detainees, who were taken into custody over the past few days, are reportedly facing charges that include threatening state security and undermining the military. These allegations have historically been used by the Algerian government to suppress dissent and … Read more