The Algerian Civil War took place from 1991 to 2002, primarily between the Algerian government and various Islamist groups, notably the Islamic Salvation Front (FIS). The conflict began after the government canceled elections that the FIS was poised to win, leading to widespread violence and instability across the country. The war resulted in significant loss of life, with estimates of casualties ranging from 100,000 to 200,000 people. It also caused severe social and economic disruption in Algeria, leaving lasting impacts on its political landscape and contributing to ongoing issues related to governance and civil rights.