Algeria Cuts Diplomatic Ties with UAE Amid Deeper Regional Tensions The latest diplomatic spat between Algeria and the United Arab Emirates has caught many by surprise, but for those familiar with Middle Eastern politics, this development is merely another chapter in a long standing saga.
Algeria's decision to sever ties with its erstwhile ally reflects deeper tensions that have been simmering beneath the surface for years.
Algeria accuses the UAE of destabilizing countries such as Libya, Sudan, and Mali by backing various militant groups and warlords. This has created a power vacuum that allows extremist elements to flourish.