Saudi interior minister meets Algerian president to discuss security ties

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune met with Saudi Arabia’s interior minister in Algiers to discuss bilateral relations and security cooperation. This meeting occurs amid a growing conflict between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, as the two kingdoms forge competing blocs across North Africa. Algeria is reportedly considering severing diplomatic ties with the UAE, accusing it of hostile actions and supporting the separatist MAK group. The UAE is specifically accused of backing the movement alongside Israel and Morocco. These talks highlight the shifting regional power dynamics and the increasing rivalry between the Gulf states.