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France suspends visa exemptions for Algerian diplomats amid tensions over imprisoned writer

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Macron Slams Algeria, Suspends Visa Exemptions

Diplomatic row escalates as French president cites imprisonment of Algerian writer.

French President Emmanuel Macron has ordered the suspension of visa exemptions for holders of Algerian official and diplomatic passports. The move comes in response to escalating tensions between Paris and Algiers, with Macron calling for stronger action against Algeria.

In a letter addressed to Prime Minister François Bayrou, Macron cited concerns over the imprisonment of Algerian writer Boualem Sansal as justification for his decision.

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