Journalist Belkacem Djir Raises Unsettling Questions About the UAE’s Role: Is it Turning into a Tool for Regional Disruption?
BY: Dr. Hana Saada
ALGIERS- The Algerian journalist Belkacem Djir has ignited a fiery debate, questioning the evolving role of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in regional geopolitics. In a thought-provoking episode of his show (Question Mark) on Dzair Tube, Djir delves into controversial aspects of the UAE’s actions, challenging its perceived alignment with the United States and the Zionist entity.
Djir commences his inquiry by exploring the UAE’s involvement in delivering weapons and supplies to the Zionist entity, following significant setbacks for Western support vessels in the Red Sea at the hands of Houthi forces. He poses a crucial question: Has the UAE transformed into a tool wielded by the U.S. and the Zionist entity to destabilize the Arab region, or, more provocatively, has it succumbed to Zionism itself?
The journalist added that the UAE, often accused of supporting terrorist groups like ISIS, played a role in disbanding the region and causing harm to its people. Djir confronts the audience with statements of the UAE supporting figures like Rapid Support Forces leader Hemeti in Sudan, contributing to violence and division in the country to gain strategic advantages, particularly in Darfur’s gold-rich mountains.
Djir’s scrutiny extends to Libya, where he accuses the UAE of supporting the notorious warlord Khalifa Haftar with arms, political cover, and diplomatic backing, attributing the chaos in Libya to Emirati interventions. The analyst suggests that the UAE’s actions contribute to the destabilization of Libya, obstructing potential resolutions between factions in Tripoli and Benghazi.
The episode takes a more controversial turn as Djir questions the UAE’s financial support for Morocco, stressing that it aims to influence international entities in favor of the Western Sahara issue, echoing the tactics of France and the U.S. Djir also referred to the UAE’s involvement in funding a gas pipeline project from Nigeria through Western Sahara to Europe, aiming to redirect resources from Algeria.
The outspoken journalist further delves into accusations that the UAE supports Morocco in discrediting Algeria in the Sahel region. Djir raises concerns about the UAE’s role in supporting the return of former ISIS fighters from Arab countries to the Sahel region, potentially posing a threat to Algeria’s security.
As Djir unravels these intricate connections, he questions the logic behind the UAE’s financial contributions to Morocco, suggesting a hidden agenda to tarnish Algeria’s image in the international arena. He contends that the UAE’s actions may align with its role as an advocate for Arab nations normalizing ties with the Zionist entity.
The show also touches upon the UAE’s involvement in promoting a new religious ideology in Dubai, symbolized by the construction of a village featuring a mosque, church, and synagogue, named the “Abrahamic Family.” Djir leaves viewers with a profound question, pondering whether the UAE deserves the moniker of the “hand of Satan on Earth.”
Dzair Tube Media Group
Dzair Tube has firmly established itself as a prominent player among Algerian digital news sites, offering a diverse and enriching content experience. The platform, available in Arabic, French, and English editions, captures the attention of a wide-ranging audience, amassing over half a million daily clicks.
A testament to its commitment to excellence, Dzair Tube received the prestigious President of the Republic’s Award for Professional Journalist in the Electronic Press category on October 22, 2022. This recognition underscores the platform’s unwavering dedication to upholding the highest standards of journalism.
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The success of the print edition of Dzair Tube’s sports newspaper, “Dzair Sport,” further highlights the platform’s impact, with over 50,000 daily downloads from the official Dzair Tube website.
Recently honored with the Media Leadership Award from the Minister of Communication, Mohamed Laâgab, Dzair Tube continues to shape the landscape of Algerian digital news, maintaining a position of influence and impact in the media industry.
