At least 11 people, including children, were killed after a devastating fire broke out at an orphanage near Algeria capital, Algiers, authorities said. Read More: Bangkok bar fire death toll rises to 30 as families claim victims’ bodies According to international media reports, the blaze erupted suddenly at the orphanage and spread rapidly through the building, trapping […]
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Switzerland ease past Algeria to reach World Cup last 16
VANCOUVER: Switzerland secured their place in the FIFA World Cup last 16 with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Algeria on Thursday, producing a disciplined display that combined defensive organisation with clinical finishing. Breel Embolo gave Switzerland the perfect start by opening the scoring in the 10th minute after a swift counterattack. Winning possession in their […]
Austria draw with Algeria to progress and send Iran home
Austria and Algeria played out a thrilling 3-3 draw on Saturday after two stoppage-time goals, a result that sent both sides into the World Cup last 32 and ended Iran’s hopes of reaching the knockout stage as one of the best third-placed sides. The drama reached its peak deep in added time when Algeria captain […]
Algeria come from behind for 2-1 World Cup win over Jordan
An all-Arab encounter brought day 13 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to a close, with Jordan and Algeria going head-to-head in a Group J clash at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara. After taking the lead shortly before half time, Jordan were unable to hold on after the break, as Algeria capitalized on their opponents’ […]
Messi matches World Cup scoring record with hat-trick
KANSAS CITY: Argentina captain Lionel Messi produced a stunning hat-trick to lead his side to a comfortable 3-0 victory over Algeria in their opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026, equalling the tournament’s all-time goalscoring record in the process. The 38-year-old superstar scored all three goals as the defending champions began their campaign in […]
Proud dad Zinedine Zidane watches Algeria beat Sudan 3-0
France great Zinedine Zidane watched his goalkeeper son’s safe hands as Algeria started its Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a 3-0 win over 10-man Sudan on Wednesday. Riyad Mahrez scored twice and the 20-year-old Ibrahim Maza scored his first international goal for Algeria, one of the tournament favorites, to move top of Group E. […]
Ishaq Dar, Algerian FM discuss stronger bilateral cooperation
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf. During the discussion, both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation between Pakistan and Algeria. They expressed satisfaction with the current state of relations and highlighted the growing partnership between the two nations. The call reflected […]
Dar strengthens ties with Egypt, Algeria at OIC
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar pledged to strengthen Pakistan’s relations with Egypt and Algeria during his visit to Jeddah. He met both nations’ foreign ministers on the sidelines of the OIC meeting on Tuesday. Dar called the talks a “meaningful interaction” and emphasized increased cooperation and connectivity. He stated that Pakistan seeks broader partnerships in […]
Algeria lauds Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace
Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community Abroad, and African Affairs, Mr. Ahmed Attaf, received a phone call this afternoon from Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Mr. Muhammad Ishaq Dar. On this occasion, the Pakistani Minister briefed his Algerian counterpart on the latest developments […]
Blinken to travel to Israel, West Bank, Morocco, Algeria
Washington: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to Israel, the West Bank, Morocco, and Algeria over March 26-30 to discuss the Ukraine war, Israeli-Palestinian relations, and Iran, the State Department announced Thursday. Blinken will meet separately with Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah, and while in Morocco […]