Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has ordered the reinstatement of the death penalty in response to a surge in arson-related wildfires. The decision was announced during a high-level meeting convened to address the devastating fires that have recently plagued the country. While the exact implementation details remain unclear, the move signals a drastic escalation in Algeria’s response to the crisis. Authorities believe the fires are largely the result of intentional acts of arson. This reinstatement reverses a moratorium on capital punishment that had been in place for decades. The measure is intended to deter further criminal activity linked to the escalating wildfire crisis, and underscores the government's firm stance against those responsible for the devastation. This decision is likely to draw international scrutiny and debate regarding human rights concerns.