Historian Benjamin Stora delivered a lecture at the University of Abderrahmane-Mira of Béjaïa on the origins of Algerian nationalism. Stora is a prominent French historian of Algerian origin, known for his work on the Algerian War and colonial history.
During the event, Stora discussed the early 20th-century intellectual and political movements that shaped Algerian national identity. He highlighted key figures such as Messali Hadj and Ferhat Abbas, and the role of the Étoile Nord-Africaine and the Algerian Muslim Congress.
The lecture was part of a series of academic events at the university, aimed at deepening understanding of Algeria's complex history. Stora emphasized the importance of historical research in fostering reconciliation and mutual understanding between France and Algeria.
