A heated debate has erupted in France following controversial remarks by journalist Jean-Michel Aphatie.

During a broadcast on RTL, Aphatie compared the Nazi massacre at Oradour-sur-Glane in 1944 to French actions in Algeria during colonization.

He stated, "The Nazis behaved like us in Algeria," sparking outrage from political figures and media personalities.

Critics, including CNews host Pascal Praud, condemned the comments as "stupid" and "an insult to history.

" The French audiovisual regulator, Arcom, has launched an investigation into the remarks.

This controversy highlights ongoing tensions in France over its colonial past and its impact on modern relations with Algeria.