Dhaka, Aug. 20 -- The Algerian Embassy in Bangladesh commemorated 'National Mujahid Day' on Wednesday, with a ceremonial raising of the Algerian national flag at its premises in Dhaka.

The event was led by Basma Bentaleb, Charge d'affaires, in the presence of embassy diplomats and staff, distinguished guests, prominent business leaders, members of the media and notable figures from Bangladesh's civil society.

The commemoration marks the dual anniversaries of two critical events in Algeria's struggle for independence: the North Constantine Offensive of August 20, 1955 and the Soummam Conference of August 20, 1956.

In her keynote address, Basma Bentaleb paid tribute to the heroic efforts and sacrifices of the Algerian people in their fig...