Algeria: Toxic colonisation
The French army’s illegal use of chemical weapons in Algeria’s war of independence, as revealed by testimony and documents.
A new documentary from Al Jazeera Latest examines allegations that the French army used chemical weapons illegally during Algeria’s war of independence, drawing on testimony and documents cited in the film.
The report, titled “Algeria: Toxic colonisation,” focuses on claims that chemical agents were deployed by French forces in the conflict that ended colonial rule in Algeria. According to the feed summary, the documentary presents its findings through witness accounts and documentary evidence, framing the issue as part of the wider legacy of violence associated with colonisation.
The feed does not provide additional details about the specific chemicals involved, the locations where they were reportedly used, or the period within the war when the alleged incidents took place. It also does not state whether the documentary includes responses from French officials or other parties named in the report.
The topic touches a sensitive and long-running chapter of modern history. Algeria’s war of independence, fought against French rule, remains a deeply contested subject in both countries. Claims about the use of chemical weapons add another layer to that debate, especially when presented alongside testimony and records intended to support them.
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Source: Al Jazeera Latest - https://www.aljazeera.com/video/featured-documentaries/2026/7/22/algeria-toxic-colonisation?traffic_source=rss
