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October 10, 2019

Protests Erupt in Algeria over Corruption & Army's Role in Politics
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Protests have erupted in Algeria in recent weeks, ahead of elections in
December. Over 100 student protesters were arrested Tuesday as the
government intensified its crackdown. The activists are protesting
against corruption, the jailing of opposition leaders and the army's
powerful role in national politics.