Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has dismissed Lyes Bouriche from his position as Secretary-General of the Ministry of Communication. The announcement was made by the Presidency via a statement on its official Facebook page on Sunday, August 16th. The brief communication provided no reason for the dismissal. Bouriche’s removal represents a personnel change within the Algerian government. This decision falls under the President’s authority as both head of state and supreme commander of the armed forces. Further details regarding the reasons for the termination and potential replacement have not yet been released. The news was initially reported by the news outlet, TSA.