The Jordanian YouTuber, Joe Hattab, has re-released the controversial video he filmed during his visit to Algeria, which he had previously set to “Private” due to immense pressure from Algerian officials.
This move came after his appearance on the podcast “Bidoon Waraq” (Without Papers), where his mention of the video sparked curiosity among his followers, hinting at the possibility of reposting it.
The video had caused significant controversy when it was initially posted, particularly due to a segment discussing Moroccan spices being sold in Algeria. Some officials interpreted this as an attempt to convey a political message, which led them to pressure Joe Hattab into removing it. He also noted that Algerian youths who collaborated with him during the filming were affected by this pressure.
Reposting the video now offers his followers a chance to view the details of the journey Joe Hattab was keen to document. It also raises questions about the reactions that may follow this decision and whether circumstances have changed enough for him to share this experience again without restrictions.
