Algeria
At least 12 killed as wildfires rage across several Algerian provinces
Thirty-six fires were reported in Bejaia province alone, of which 18 had been brought under control.
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Eleven people killed in orphanage fire in suburb of Algerian capital
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US politicians blast Algeria for church closures
Algerian authorities shut one church because it ‘celebrates non-Muslim worship’
Algerian, international NGOs, call for release of jailed reporter
Groups charge authorities are taking advantage of coronavirus pandemic to settle scores with independent journalism.
Algerian army chief Gaed Salah dies amid national turmoil
The funeral is expected to take place on Tuesday, a day on which students in the large North African country have been staging weekly protests for much of the year.
Algeria jails artist ahead of Dec. 12 elections
The move has been heavily criticized by activists, who consider it part of the overall crackdown on free expression and political dissent in the country.
In Algeria, a strike by judges highlights tug of war for power
December’s twice-postponed presidential election will have major impact on country’s future, observers say – whether it takes place or not
Algeria shuts down Protestant churches, police arrest worshipers
“This last notification is not the result of coincidence, but a provocative response to the sit-in of October 9 in front of the Bejaia Province headquarters,” said EPA head Pastor Salah Chalah.
Historic Torah scroll, severed in half, reunited after centuries
Paul Mirecki, associate professor of religious studies at the University of Kansas, was able to solve many of the mysteries surrounding the artifact.
Algerians continue to protest, seeking new political system
Islamist politician expresses doubts whether it will be feasible to hold presidential election on July 4
Algeria and Morocco: Essential differences
Eventually, short-term desperation overwhelms long-term fears of punishment or death.
Thousands protests again in Algeria, demanding change
"We want the prosecution of all corrupt people," one banner read.