Algerie's Diplomatic Response to Regional Tensions On the evening of February 28, the Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement announcing the establishment of a crisis cell to monitor the situation of Algerian citizens amid the escalating military conflict in the Middle East. The ministry urged Algerians in the region to exercise caution and maintain contact with diplomatic and consular offices. A second statement later that night expressed deep concern over the situation, calling for restraint to prevent further instability in the Gulf. The communiqué highlighted the regret over the failure of ongoing negotiations mediated by Oman, which had initially raised hopes for a peaceful resolution. It noted that the current military escalation, following the collapse of these talks, poses unpredictable consequences. This aligns with Algeria’s previous condemnation of Israeli strikes during the 12-day war in June 2025, which it called a violation of international law. On March 1, a third statement confirmed that Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf had met with ambassadors from Arab nations affected by military attacks. Algeria reaffirmed its solidarity with these countries, rejecting any infringement on their sovereignty or territorial integrity. Meanwhile, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune engaged in diplomatic calls with Gulf leaders, excluding the UAE’s Mohammed bin Zayed, whom he has publicly criticized. Algeria’s approach has been characterized as cautious, avoiding direct accusations while maintaining diplomatic ties with key regional actors. Analysts suggest this strategy prioritizes short-term diplomatic flexibility over long-term normative consistency.#gulf_states #algeria #algerian_ministry_of_foreign_affairs #ahmed_attaf #abdelmadjid_tebboune
