While expressing his deep sorrow and grief over this tragic loss, the Secretary General extended his sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the families of the victims, praying to Allah Almighty to shower the deceased with His mercy and forgiveness, to expedite the recovery of the wounded, and to protect Algeria and its brotherly people from all harm and evil.

The Secretary General also expressed his full solidarity with the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria at this painful time, and commended the remarkable efforts undertaken by the Algerian authorities, civil protection services, and State agencies in tackling these fires, mitigating their effects, and protecting lives and properties.

Furthermore, the Secretary General reaffirmed the PUIC's solidarity with Algeria and its full support for the Algerian people in this time of trial, praying to Allah Almighty to protect Algeria from all harm and to preserve its security and stability.

29 August 2026