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Algerian footballer on trial in France over Gaza post
3 years ago(FILES) A picture taken on January 15, 2022 in Douala shows Algeria's defender Youcef Atal giving a press conference. Nice's defender Youcef Atal was placed under custody for apology for terrorism after a social media post about the Israel-Hamas conflict, it was announced on November 24, 2023. (Photo by Charly TRIBALLEAU / AFP)
Algerian international footballer Youcef Atal goes on trial in France Monday accused of inciting hatred after posting a video in which a Palestinian preacher purportedly threatens Israel with a "black day".