Algerian President Pardons French-Algerian Writer

Algerian President Tebboune pardoned French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal, following a request from German President Steinmeier. Sansal, 81, was arrested a year ago and sentenced to five years for undermining national unity. He denied the charges, claiming no intent to offend Algeria. The pardon comes after French media reported Sansals cancer diagnosis, with Germany committing to his transfer and medical treatment. The case strained Algeria-France relations, but the pardon offers a new chapter for Sansal. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.