The French presidency announced on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, the expulsion of 12 Algerian diplomats in response to a similar move by Algeria. France also recalled its ambassador from Algiers for consultations, signaling rising tensions.
Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrault said on platform « X » that Algeria had chosen escalation, calling France’s response justified. He stressed that dialogue remains possible, but not on unilateral terms.
The French presidency blamed Algeria for the deterioration of bilateral relations
