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Algeria cuts diplomatic ties with UAE after years of mounting tensions

Algerian flags fly in Algiers on 16 April 2025. Algeria cut diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates on 10 September 2026 after years of tensions between the two countries.
Algerian flags fly in Algiers on 16 April 2025. Algeria cut diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates on 10 September 2026 after years of tensions between the two countries. AP - Fateh Guidoum

Algeria cut diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates on Thursday after years of tension, accusing Abu Dhabi of interfering in national and regional affairs.

"Algeria has decided to cut diplomatic relations with the United Arab Emirates, following the exhaustion of all means to preserve bilateral relations," Algeria's state television announced.

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