Algerian court upholds seven-year prison sentence for French journalist

France 24Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 10:00:57 PM
Algerian court upholds seven-year prison sentence for French journalist
  • Algerian courts upheld a seven-year prison sentence for French sports journalist Christophe Gleizes, a ruling that has drawn criticism from the French government, which is actively seeking his release.
  • This decision highlights ongoing tensions between Algeria and France, particularly regarding press freedom and the treatment of foreign journalists, raising concerns about the implications for international relations and the safety of journalists operating in Algeria.
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Algeria upholds 7-year jail term for French sports journalist
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An Algerian appeals court upheld a seven-year prison sentence for French sports journalist Christophe Gleizes, who was convicted on terrorism-related charges. Gleizes, 36, is currently the only journalist from France imprisoned abroad, and his case has emerged amid rising diplomatic tensions between France and Algeria.