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A court in Algeria has dismissed an appeal by Boualem Sansal, upholding his five-year prison sentence. The conviction under anti-terrorism laws for "undermining national unity" has sparked international concern over free speech and strained France-Algeria relations. Sansal's comments about Algeria's borders and France's colonial history were seen as provocative. Supporters, including French officials, advocate for his release on health grounds, while Algerians are divided.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff