Annaba Port Company Commemorates the 65th Anniversary of the October 17, 1961 Massacre in Paris
In tribute to the memory of the martyrs and in commemoration of one of the enduring milestones in the history of the national liberation struggle, Annaba Port Company commemorated, on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., the October 17, 1961 Massacre in Paris, observed as the "National Day of Migration". The commemoration featured a solemn ceremony in remembrance of the martyrs who fell victim to the brutal repression targeting Algerian demonstrators in France.
The ceremony took place at the port’s North Quay , in the presence of Mr. Ahmed Chaouki LADJIMI, Director Gneral of Annaba Port Company , alongside the management team and representatives of the Customs Administration and the Maritime Border Police at Annaba Port. Those present observed a minute of silence in tribute to the martyrs and in remembrance of their sacrifices in the cause of freedom and independence.
This initiative forms part of ongoing efforts to uphold the values of loyalty to the sacrifices of the martyrs, preserve Algeria’s national memory, and strengthen the spirit of belonging and pride in the country’s glorious history, ensuring that the enduring message of the November Revolution is passed on to future generations.
Glory and Eternity to Our Righteous Martyrs.