The Algerian Foreign Ministry announced the break in relations on Thursday, citing a pattern of provocative conduct from the UAE that exhausted all efforts to preserve ties. Tensions stem from accusations of UAE interference in Algerian affairs, support for separatists, and clashing stances on issues like Western Sahara and Libya.
President Tebboune had previously warned against the UAE's regional role, and earlier steps included reducing diplomatic staff and canceling air agreements. The decision escalates frictions in North African-Gulf relations amid ongoing realignments.