Tensions between France and Algeria have intensified following a deadly knife attack in Mulhouse by an Algerian national.

The suspect, under an expulsion order, had his deportation blocked ten times due to Algeria's refusal to issue necessary documents.

French Prime Minister François Bayrou called the situation "unacceptable" and vowed decisive action.

Measures, including restrictions on Algerian officials, have been introduced to pressure Algeria into cooperation.

Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau advocates for a "rapport de force," while others in the government push for diplomacy.

The incident has reignited debates on immigration and strained Franco-Algerian relations, already fraught over past disputes.