Algeria's leadership changes destabilize intelligence services

jeuneafrique.com (French)

General Hassan has been appointed as the new head of Algeria's DGSI, replacing Nasser El Djinn, due to a pattern of leadership changes. This constant turnover is destabilizing the country's intelligence services. This change marks the fifth director of the DGSI since December 2019, highlighting the instability within the organization. Nasser El Djinn, whose real name is Abdelkader Haddad, was removed by presidential decree on Saturday, May 24. This frequent reshuffling of leadership is impacting the effectiveness of these crucial institutions responsible for national security and counterintelligence operations.


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