The Algerian Scene on the Verge of a New Transformation: Is “Goulani Algeria” Emerging?
Algeria has been experiencing a wave of political and social tension in recent days, with its intensity escalating amid signs that widespread protests may return to the streets. Observers believe that these developments indicate an increase in popular demands against the “military regime” that, according to them, controls the country’s resources, leaving large segments of society struggling with difficult living conditions.
Amid these tensions, a figure described in the media as “Goulani Algeria” has emerged, fueling growing speculation about his potential role in bringing about a radical change within the political landscape. Some compare this name to the experience of “Abu Mohammed al-Golani” in Syria, who became prominent within the context of opposition to the Syrian regime. Various media reports suggest that this Algerian figure could be an alternative candidate proposed to succeed the military regime. In this context, analysts link the current Algerian situation to developments in the Syrian dossier, where news of the Syrian regime’s retreat and waning dominance have leaked, alongside talks of the emergence of “Goulani Algeria” as a new player in the political arena.
On the same level, Dr. Abdel Rahim Al-Manar Islimi, a political analyst and university professor, confirmed that there is information circulating among various entities indicating that Algeria is experiencing covert movements. He stated that there is a “free army” based in the north, while operations have begun in the south, which the media has been keeping under wraps. Islimi believes that the “Algerian military regime” is seeking external support, including engaging with Russia to protect its position.
According to the same analyst, the funeral of the Algerian leader Abbas Medeni in April 2019 witnessed significant mobilization, estimated at over nine million people, most of whom were Salafists. He pointed out that this mobilization coincided with the beginnings of the Algerian movement in the same year. Observers interpret this mass movement as a warning sign regarding the upcoming events in the country.
With the rise of popular mobilization and growing anger over economic and social conditions, discussions within political and media circles about the imminent “fall of the military regime” are increasing. While the nature of the anticipated change or its symbols has not yet been confirmed, some believe that the development of events in Algeria may mirror previous regional experiences, transforming the country into a new political phase that some describe as a “system similar to the Goulani system in Syria.”
As the coming days unfold, the Algerian scene remains open to numerous possibilities, the most prominent of which include the broadening of protest scopes and intensifying international pressure on the current authorities, suggesting the emergence of a phase that could bring about radical internal and regional changes.
