Algerian Author Boalam Sansal Speaks Out After Imprisonment Over Support for Israel
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First reported by Kan News · 2 hours ago
What happened
Algerian-French writer Boalam Sansal, imprisoned for a year due to his support for Israel and criticism of Algeria's regime, has spoken out after his release. He attributes his arrest to his pro-Israel stance, condemns the Algerian government, and plans to seek a fair retrial or international legal action. Sansal also expressed willingness to visit Israel and support for the Israeli people.
- 01Boalam Sansal was imprisoned in Algeria for a year due to his public support for Israel and criticism of the regime.
- 02He was sentenced to five years but pardoned after diplomatic pressure from France and Germany.
- 03Sansal described harsh prison conditions and ongoing physical and mental effects from incarceration.
- 04He condemned the October 7 Hamas terror attack and accused Algeria of supporting terror groups.
- 05Sansal criticized Algeria's current president for ruling through fear and mass arrests.
- 06He plans to seek a fair retrial or international legal action and intends to visit Israel soon.
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