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Algeria tightens WhatsApp rules over national security concerns

Algeria has instructed Meta to block WhatsApp accounts that are not linked to verified local telephone numbers, citing growing national security concerns. The government says the measure aims to strengthen identity protection and user traceability within the country’s digital space. An official ministry notice warned that hidden phone numbers could create an environment vulnerable to cybercrime, identity theft and fraud. The directive follows Me…
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thesudantimes.com broke the news on Friday, August 14, 2026.
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