The flag of Algeria is split vertically into two halves: green on the hoist side and white on the fly side. At the center, there is a red crescent and star. The green color represents Islam, which is the dominant religion in Algeria, while the white symbolizes peace and purity. The red crescent and star are traditional symbols of Islam, evoking both faith and the heritage of the Arab world. Adopted upon independence in 1962, the Algerian flag reflects the country's identity and its struggle for freedom