Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has condemned the arrest of Mohamed Yousfi, editor-in-chief of the Arabic-language investigative media outlet *Alqatiba*. Yousfi was apprehended on September 5th, 2026, outside the offices of Express FM. RSF North Africa director, Oussama Bouagila, described the arrest as a disturbing signal for all journalists. The detention raises concerns about the state of press freedom in Algeria, particularly for investigative reporters. Further details surrounding the reasons for Yousfi's arrest remain unclear. RSF is closely monitoring the situation and advocating for his release. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by media professionals in the region.