فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Algeria experienced unprecedented security incidents on Thursday and Friday in the cities of Oran and M’Sila, with a group calling itself the “Free Algerian Army” claiming responsibility for these events.
According to a statement published by the group on the “X” platform (formerly Twitter), a heavy gunfire incident occurred in the El Hamri neighborhood of Oran on Thursday, July 25, 2024. The statement referred to clashes between what the group described as “its forces” and elements of the regular army, resulting in casualties on both sides and civilian injuries.
The group also claimed to have carried out a second operation on Friday, targeting a military barracks in the town of Tarmont in M’Sila province, indicating the explosion of a weapons depot.
In its statement, the group announced the establishment of what it called the “Free Algerian Army,” claiming a defection within the ranks of the regular army. It stated that its goal is to “reclaim Algeria” from what it described as the “ruling military junta.”
It’s worth noting that videos circulated on social media documenting moments of the exchange of gunfire in Oran, causing panic among citizens.
As of the time of writing this report, no official statements have been issued by the Algerian authorities regarding these events, and the claims of the armed group could not be independently verified.
It should be noted that these developments come at a time when Algeria is facing increasing economic and social challenges, raising questions about the internal situation in the country.
The emergence of this group and its claimed actions represent a significant escalation in Algeria’s internal security situation. The incidents in Oran and M’Sila, if confirmed, would mark a rare breach of the country’s typically tight security control. The lack of official response so far adds to the uncertainty surrounding these events.
This situation raises concerns about potential internal divisions and the stability of Algeria’s political and military institutions. It also highlights the ongoing tensions between various factions within the country, including those calling for political reform and those supporting the current system.
As the situation develops, it will be crucial to monitor official responses from the Algerian government and military, as well as any further actions or statements from the group claiming to be the “Free Algerian Army.” The international community will likely be watching these events closely, given Algeria’s strategic importance in North Africa and the Mediterranean region.
