The brevity and speed of the response highlighted the severity of the crisis between Paris and Algiers. The situation appears to be escalating uncontrollably. On Monday, March 17, the Algerian government rejected a list of approximately 60 nationals facing deportation orders that French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau had sent on Friday. These individuals were described by Retailleau as “those who disturb public order, recently released from prison, or possessing dangerous profiles.”
Algiers firmly opposed this stance. According to a report from the official Algeria Press Service, “The Algerian authorities have chosen not to act on the list provided by the French authorities,” emphasizing Algeria’s “unwavering rejection of threats, intimidation attempts, ultimatums, and any coercive language.” In a move that seemed premeditated, Retailleau, known for his confrontational approach towards Algiers, announced on X less than two hours later that “a graduated response will be initiated,” as determined by the interministerial committee on immigration control under the prime minister’s direction.
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