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Algerian Court Sentences French-Algerian Author Kamel Daoud to 3 Years in Prison over 'Houris'

Kamel Daoud was sentenced to three years for his novel 'Houris,' which explores Algeria's civil war, reflecting ongoing restrictions on literary expression. This case underscores the broader press and speech limitations faced by authors critiquing national history in Algeria. Watch for potential international reactions and calls for review or pardon.
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Houris
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