Algeria marks the 65th anniversary of the October 17, 1961 demonstrations this Saturday, a pivotal moment in the nation's history reflecting colonial brutality. In Paris, under the command of Police Prefect Maurice Papon, peaceful protesters opposing a curfew were subjected to extreme violence. Hundreds were killed, with victims thrown into the Seine, and roughly 15,000 individuals were arrested and held in harsh conditions. Historians view this crackdown as one of the most violent in modern Western European history. Today, this event stands as a symbol of the Algerian diaspora's lasting commitment to their homeland. The Algerian government continues to bridge ties with its expatriates to facilitate their participation in the country's national development and modernization, notably through the establishment of the Supreme Council for the National Community Abroad, which gathers top scientific talents.