Devastation in Algiers: A Tragic Fire Exposes Systemic Failures The inferno that swept through a foster care facility in Algiers has left 11 people dead and 19 injured, casting a dark shadow over Algeria's capital city.
The tragedy raises disturbing questions about the state of social services in the country, where vulnerable children are not getting the protection they need.
Authorities are still trying to determine the cause of the fire, which continued to burn hours after it broke out. However, one thing is clear: this incident is not an isolated mishap.