Anissa Ouari, a journalist for the Algerian news website Algérie Part, was arrested on May 10, 2026, in Algiers, according to reports from the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) and other press freedom organizations. She is being held on charges of spreading false information, which critics say are linked to her critical reporting on government policies.
Ouari, known for her coverage of human rights and political issues, was taken into custody after publishing an article about alleged corruption in local government contracts. The Algerian authorities have not issued a public statement on the case as of May 12, 2026.
Press freedom groups have called for her immediate release, citing concerns over the shrinking space for independent journalism in Algeria. The CPJ noted that Algeria ranks 136th out of 180 countries in the 2025 World Press Freedom Index.
