Algeria says cutting diplomatic ties with UAE

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1. 3d ago

   Algeria severs diplomatic ties with UAE over hostile actions

   Algeria cut diplomatic relations with the United Arab Emirates on Thursday, accusing Abu Dhabi of provocative and hostile behavior. The Algerian foreign ministry ordered the Emirati ambassador to leave the country within 48 hours after concluding that all efforts to preserve the relationship had failed. UAE presidential adviser Anwar Gargash responded by stating that diplomatic ties should be based on rationality rather than riddles. Abu Dhabi previously expressed hope that the rupture is temporary and reaffirmed its commitment to joint interests with all nations.

   Why it matters

   The diplomatic break follows years of friction regarding Libya, Morocco, and the Sahel. This rupture represents a complete collapse of bilateral communication between the two states.

   What is confirmed

   • Algeria severed diplomatic ties with the UAE on Thursday.
   • The Algerian government accused the UAE of provocative and hostile actions.
   • The Emirati ambassador was given 48 hours to leave Algeria.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The diplomatic rupture was caused by years of disagreements over Morocco, Libya, and the Sahel.
   • UAE presidential adviser Anwar Gargash stated that diplomatic relations should be based on rationality rather than riddles.

   What to watch next

   • Confirmation of the Emirati ambassador's departure from Algeria
   • Official statements from the UAE foreign ministry regarding the permanence of the rupture
   Sources used for this update (7)

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   2. www.yahoo.com — Algiers cuts diplomatic relations and Abu Dhabi shrugs
   3. www.commonspace.eu — Algeria cuts diplomatic relations with UAE
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2. 5d ago

   Algeria Severely Cuts Diplomatic Ties With UAE

   Algeria severed diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates on Thursday, citing provocative and hostile actions following years of mounting friction. The Algerian foreign ministry summoned the Emirati ambassador, informing the envoy of the decision and giving the ambassador 48 hours to leave the country. State media broadcast the move, which the Algerian government stated came after exhausting all means to maintain relations. In response, Abu Dhabi stated it hopes the decision will be temporary while maintaining its commitment to relations with all countries and joint interests.

   Why it matters

   This dramatic break follows a prolonged period of political tension between the two nations, driven by disagreements over regional policies including normalization with Israel and stances on Western Sahara. Algeria accused Abu Dhabi of interfering in both national and regional affairs. While Algeria took the abrupt step of expelling the ambassador, the United Arab Emirates emphasized its pride in the bonds uniting the two peoples and expressed appreciation for the Algerian community residing in the UAE.

   What is confirmed

   • Algeria abruptly severed diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates on Thursday.
   • The Algerian government cited a series of provocative or hostile actions and accused Abu Dhabi of interfering in national and regional affairs.
   • The Emirati ambassador was summoned to Algeria's foreign ministry and given 48 hours to leave the country.
   • Abu Dhabi stated that it hopes Algeria's decision will be temporary and remains committed to joint interests and relations with all countries.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Middle East Eye reported that Algeria suspended diplomatic relations with a dwarf state UAE.

   What to watch next

   • Whether the Emirati ambassador departs Algeria within the 48-hour deadline
   • Any further diplomatic or economic retaliation from either government
   • Potential mediation efforts by other regional states to restore relations
   Sources used for this update (13)

   1. Al Jazeera — Algeria says cutting diplomatic ties with UAE
   2. i24NEWS — Algeria Severs Diplomatic Ties With The United Arab Emirates
   3. Middle East Eye — Algeria suspends diplomatic relations with ‘dwarf state’ UAE
   4. Reuters — Algeria cuts diplomatic ties with the UAE
   5. The Times of Israel — Algeria cuts diplomatic ties with the UAE — state TV
   6. AP News — Official media: Algeria severs diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates
   7. BBC — Algeria to sever diplomatic ties with UAE after years of tension
   8. France 24 — Algeria cuts diplomatic ties with United Arab Emirates over 'provocative and hostile actions'
   9. www.yahoo.com — Algeria cuts diplomatic ties with UAE after years of mounting tensions
   10. www.aol.com — Algeria cuts diplomatic ties with the UAE
   11. www.aa.com.tr — UAE hopes Algeria’s decision to cut diplomatic ties will be temporary
   12. english.aawsat.com — Algeria Severs Ties with UAE as Abu Dhabi Says it Is Committed to Joint Interests
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