Algerian Hostage Crisis Ends

Algeria's hostage crisis has been brought to an end, but it has come at a high price, reports Al Jazeera television news. Twenty-three hostages were killed, at least seven on the final day when special forces stormed the gas plant. Others are still missing.

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The scene of the hostage crisis, a natural gas facility in Amenas, Algeria.

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