Algerian Journalist Accuses Military Regime of Orchestrating Fnideq Incident to Fuel Migration Crisis and Damage Morocco’s Image
Fnideq, Morocco – Algerian journalist and political activist, Walid Kabir, has accused the Algerian military regime of instigating the recent events in Fnideq, a Moroccan city bordering the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Kabir alleges that the regime orchestrated a mass migration attempt towards Ceuta, aiming to destabilize the region and tarnish Morocco’s international reputation.
Kabir claims that the Algerian External Security apparatus, headed by General Djebbar Mehenna, facilitated the illegal entry of numerous Algerians and foreign nationals into Morocco. These individuals were then allegedly directed towards Fnideq to participate in the orchestrated surge towards the Ceuta border.
In a series of Facebook posts, Kabir further accuses the Algerian intelligence services of recruiting agents within Morocco to promote the mass migration attempt, strategically choosing September 15th as the date for the operation. He alleges that the regime’s media outlets were instructed to provide extensive coverage of the events in Fnideq, amplifying the situation and portraying Morocco in a negative light.
Kabir’s accusations highlight the ongoing tensions between Algeria and Morocco, particularly concerning the disputed territory of Western Sahara. He argues that the Algerian regime, facing diplomatic setbacks in its support for the Polisario Front in Western Sahara, is resorting to tactics aimed at undermining Morocco’s stability and its relationships with key international partners like Spain.
This incident comes at a time of heightened sensitivity surrounding migration flows from North Africa to Europe. According to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), over [Insert Number Here] people have arrived in Spain by sea from Algeria and Morocco in 2024 alone. The situation in Fnideq underscores the complex geopolitical factors influencing migration patterns and the challenges faced by countries on both sides of the Mediterranean.
Kabir’s outspoken criticism of the Algerian regime is noteworthy, as dissent within Algeria is often met with suppression. His accusations, if proven true, could further escalate tensions between the two North African nations and have significant implications for regional stability and international efforts to address irregular migration.
