Hussein Zahouane

politician

Hussein Zahouane was a prominent Algerian lawyer, human rights activist, and National Liberation Army officer, known for his fierce opposition to the military coup of June 19, 1965, and his significant contributions to human rights advocacy in Algeria. Born in Tizi Ouzou, he joined the National Liberation Front in the early days of the Algerian War of Independence and was imprisoned by French authorities for his activism. After independence, he co-founded the Algerian Union of the National Liberation Front and later the Algerian League for the Defense of Human Rights. Zahouane's legacy is marked by his commitment to a progressive Algeria and his relentless fight for justice, which ultimately led to his house arrest and later exile. He passed away at the age of 90, leaving a lasting impact on the country's modern history.