Algeria: seeks mediation over Strait of Hormuz

What happened: Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune said Algeria is willing to participate in mediation efforts over the Strait of Hormuz and offered to mediate if asked. Attribution and details: Tebboune made the comments in remarks reported by Jamaran. He criticized the United Arab Emirates and alleged that Abu Dhabi supports rebels in Algeria. He also claimed, "Algerian ships pass through the Strait of Hormuz without any problem and Algeria has no problem with anyone." Uncertainty and exact wording: Tebboune said, "Whoever requests mediation, we will be present," according to the same report.