Algeria is witnessing a noticeable escalation in the internal conflict within the military establishment. This struggle, no longer hidden, is beginning to manifest in cautious movements and unannounced attempts to shift the balance of power within the regime. This internal tension heralds sharp transformations in the power hierarchy and reflects a gradual disintegration of the cohesion that has long been the backbone of governance.
Various sources have reported dubious activities among high-ranking officers and unexpected dismissals among prominent leadership, signaling efforts by certain factions to diminish the influence of their rivals. Generals from the east, particularly those hailing from Biskra, are earnestly seeking to dominate decision-making processes, directly challenging the traditional influence of generals aligned with the west.
The army, which has effectively ruled the country since independence, is today contending with internal challenges that surpass personal disagreements and center around the future of governance itself. This comes in a charged atmosphere following the popular movement that demanded the overthrow of the corrupt establishment and the military’s dominance over political affairs.
In light of this reality, the authorities are taking strict measures to control the situation and prevent any coup attempts from coming to light. However, the prevailing tension and abrupt decisions affecting certain officers reflect the extent of anxiety within the upper echelons. The media escalation against those labeled by the government as “conspirators” is merely a façade for a larger struggle occurring behind the scenes.
The official narrative continues to rely on a strategy of fear regarding external threats to justify the security clampdown, yet the internal situation is boiling over, and both security and intelligence indicators suggest unstable scenarios, the most notable being the repetition of silent coup attempts resolved behind closed doors.
Meanwhile, the streets remain in a state of anticipation. Algerians are closely watching the developments among the regime’s factions without illusions, posing a piercing question: Who holds the real decision-making power? Who will assert their voice in the generals’ battle? And will attempts to contain the conflict succeed before it explodes in everyone’s face?
