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Lack of economic development has stirred anti-government protests
President fails to stem popular anger with decision not to seek fresh term
Plan for transition met with suspicion by opposition as elections delayed in face of protests
Ailing leader had been in Geneva for medical treatment ahead of elections
Hundreds of thousands take to the streets against Bouteflika’s bid for a fifth term
Speculation mounts that military will intervene as ailing president seeks fifth term
Response to weeks of demonstrations has echoes of how Egyptian regime reacted in 2011
Members quit influential trade body and back protests as pressure grows on Bouteflika
An exceptionally patient people take to the streets to protest against a political charade
Ailing president running for re-election to serve a fifth term as president
Candidacy viewed as cynical attempt by powerful elite to keep hold of power
President’s suggestion he will serve limited term if elected fails to quell demonstrations
Abdelaziz Bouteflika nominated despite ill health as demonstrations continue across country
Daily demonstrations illustrate growing opposition to president’s bid for another term
Largest outpouring of discontent in years as ailing Bouteflika seeks fifth term
Concerns veteran leader’s frailty means real power wielded by opaque circle around him
A fifth term for President Abdelaziz Bouteflika would be a mark of contempt for the public
Frail 81-year-old is seen as ‘least risky’ option but popular discontent is rising
Private sector wants to reduce dependence on petrodollars and create jobs
Questions intensify over Bouteflika’s governance amid economic crisis and rising regional tension
Protesters fear shale industry will destroy water resources in Sahara town
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