# Algerian president seeks death penalty for arsonists

https://mins.news/en/video/39013

- euronews, 2026-08-31 16:17 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6wORaGii28

> Algeria’s president is seeking the death penalty for those responsible for arson. The country declared three days of mourning after wildfires killed 12 people and injured dozens. Authorities said 46 fires were still active, with 54 people hospitalised for burns, including six in critical condition.

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