A 96-year-old Algerian war veteran, C. Maamer, was the target of a violent home attack in Tébessa on July 2nd. Unknown assailants attacked his residence in Chréa, resulting in the death of his 55-year-old daughter. The veteran himself sustained serious injuries during the assault. Details surrounding the motive remain unclear, and authorities have launched an investigation. The attack has garnered attention from Algerian media outlets, including TSA which first reported the incident. This act of violence against a respected veteran underscores ongoing security concerns in the region. The incident highlights vulnerabilities faced even by national figures from the country’s independence war.