In an interesting development during his election campaign for a new presidential term, Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune made striking statements regarding the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Gaza Strip.
In a speech delivered to a crowd of supporters, President Tebboune, swearing by Allah, claimed that Egypt prevented Algeria from military intervention in the Gaza Strip in Palestine. These statements, which have not been independently verified, have stirred widespread controversy in political and diplomatic circles.
These remarks come in a sensitive context, as the region is witnessing increasing tensions due to ongoing events in Gaza. The Algerian President did not provide additional details about the nature of the alleged military intervention or how Egypt prevented it.
For its part, Egyptian authorities have not issued any official comment on these statements at the time of writing this report. Analysts view that such statements could affect bilateral relations between the two countries, which share deep historical and cultural ties.
It is worth noting that both Algeria and Egypt adopt supportive positions towards the Palestinian cause, but they sometimes differ on mechanisms for dealing with crises in the region.
It remains important to follow developments on this issue and any official reactions that may be issued by both Algerian and Egyptian sides in the coming days. Media outlets and observers should exercise caution in dealing with such statements, especially in light of the ongoing election campaign in Algeria.