The Algerian gas field crisis is the latest event to emerge out of growing turmoil in northern Africa. (Creative Commons)

The eight injured soldiers only suffered minor wounds during the attack that ultimately claimed the lives of 37 hostages and 29 militants.

Last week, militants seized an Algerian gas field for four days, threatening to blow the complex. Algerian troops unsuccessfully launched an air attack before turning to a ground assault to end the crisis.

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