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French journalist Christophe Gleizes marks 500 days in Algerian jail

Having been detained for 500 days in an Algerian prison on charges of “glorifying terrorism”, French journalist Christophe Gleizes continues to serve a seven-year sentence despite an intense campaign by his family and friends and the football world. While awaiting a presidential pardon, his supporters are stepping up their media campaign to secure his release. FRANCE 24 spoke with his friend Pierre de la Saussay.

Source: France 24 Africa · Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:40:26 GMT