Algeria has issued new death sentences for drug trafficking offenses. On Sunday, October 18th, the criminal court of Algiers sentenced two individuals to death for importing and trafficking a significant quantity of synthetic drugs. The official APS news agency reports the pair were convicted for importing 144 kg of ecstasy. These convictions underscore Algeria’s strict stance against drug-related crimes. The sentences highlight the severity with which the Algerian justice system treats large-scale drug trafficking operations. This case demonstrates ongoing efforts to combat the flow of narcotics within the country.