In a fine example of not very good translation, Echorouk Online reports that the French ambassador to Algeria said, "I ignore Pieds-Noirs attempt to claim their belongings in Algeria." He more likely said "J'ignore..." because the story goes on to say that Ambassador Xavier Driencourt "has no idea" about such efforts.
The Ambassador also said, "The Pieds-Noirs come back to Algeria because of nostalgia especially that they receive a wonderful welcome" and that French and Algerian associations have been working together to create a meeting of Algerian and French war veterans.
I look forward to the follow up on that meeting.
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