FLN
Proper noun
Meaning
FLN
The National Liberation Front political party (of various countries, but chiefly associated with Algeria).
Examples
An important watershed in this war was the massacre of civilians by the FLN near the town of Philippeville in August 1955.
Bendjedid rule (1978-92) and the rise of the civil war Boumédienne’s death on December 27, 1978 set off a struggle within the FLN to choose a successor.
The FLN fought largely using guerrilla tactics whilst the French counter-insurgency tactics often included severe reprisals and repression.
During an earlier appearance in court, Rusesabagina admitted to having connection with the FLN, but said he was not directly linked to its operations, adding that his role was mainly on the diplomatic front.
In September 2014, Family Life Network (FLN) officially rebranded as Square One World Media.
The Middle Eastern support for the FLN guerillas was another strain on relations that the end of the conflict removed.