The Algerian Army has detained 16 individuals linked to supporting terrorist groups and 433 illegal migrants during military operations conducted across several provinces over the past week. According to a statement from the Algerian Ministry of Defense, the arrests of the terrorism supporters took place from July 10 to July 16, as part of ongoing efforts to combat terrorism and fight organized crime in all its forms.
Additionally, the statement mentioned that Algerian Army units had successfully apprehended 57 drug traffickers and thwarted attempts to smuggle large quantities of narcotics into the country through the western borders.
In the context of combating illegal immigration, Algerian Coast Guard forces managed to detain 433 illegal migrants of various nationalities in different Algerian states.
Algeria has made significant strides in its counterterrorism efforts, recognized internationally for its comprehensive and aggressive approach to eliminating terrorist activities within its borders. The country has been an important counterterrorism partner globally, especially noted for its substantial resource allocation towards enhancing security measures. Despite these efforts, Algeria continues to face threats from extremist groups like al-Qaeda and ISIS, requiring ongoing vigilance and international cooperation.
Algeria has also engaged in international dialogues to address regional security concerns, particularly in the Sahel region. Recently, Algerian and German officials discussed strategies to combat terrorism in the Sahel, reflecting Algeria’s proactive stance on regional security issues and its commitment to working with international partners to address these challenges.