General of Army Saïd Chanegriha began a working and inspection visit to the 3rd Military Region on Saturday, 10 October 2026. The visit commenced at the 3rd Military Region headquarters in Béchar. This installation serves as the primary hub for strategic oversight and administrative operations within the designated territory.
Addressing the regional context, General of Army Saïd Chanegriha stated, "Algeria has been and remains a factor of stability in its regional environment, driven by its constant keenness to consolidate the bonds of brotherhood, solidarity, and good neighborliness, and its unwavering commitment to respecting the sovereignty and independence of states, under the principles of international law."
He further remarked on the nation's regional approach, adding, "These endeavors have been particularly materialized through the launch of promising structural projects aimed at enhancing shared infrastructure and contributing to the creation of new development opportunities. Indeed, Algeria does not deal with the crises in the Sahel as an external actor, but rather as an authentic partner who understands that the stability of its neighbors is a fundamental prerequisite for its own stability."
Military Leadership and Regional Command
Major General Nacer-Eddine Fodil serves as the Commander of the 3rd Military Region. He oversees operations within the jurisdiction, which maintains its primary administrative base at the headquarters in Béchar. This facility is named after the martyr Mostefa Ben Boulaïd. The naming of this site honors the legacy of the martyr Mostefa Ben Boulaïd, reflecting the historical significance attributed to the location by the military command.
During his visit to the region, General of Army Saïd Chanegriha conducted a meeting with regional executives and personnel. Participants attended the session via video conferencing to facilitate command communication across the territory. This meeting allowed the General of Army Saïd Chanegriha to communicate directly with the various units stationed throughout the region, ensuring that operational directives were disseminated effectively. The use of video conferencing technology during this inspection shows the commitment of the military leadership to maintaining strong and instantaneous lines of communication with personnel, regardless of their specific geographic placement within the 3rd Military Region.
The inspection visit provided an opportunity for the leadership to evaluate the operational readiness of the forces stationed in the sector. By engaging with both regional executives and the broader personnel base, General of Army Saïd Chanegriha reinforced the strategic priorities of the national military apparatus. The proceedings included detailed briefings on the status of ongoing assignments and the maintenance of the infrastructure located at the headquarters. Through these interactions, the military hierarchy ensures that the principles of discipline and national security are upheld consistently across all sectors, including the extensive and critical territory governed by the 3rd Military Region. The visit concluded with a focus on the continued professional development of the troops and the reinforcement of the logistical capabilities required to support regional stability and security mandates.