Independence veteran who helped end political violence but was ousted by public weary of corruption and sinking economy
Low voter turnout expected with landmark vote seen as way to preserve status quo
Gatekeeper to former president jailed for plotting against the state
Reported move on Said is part of army efforts to appease protesters pressing for reforms
Dismissal of African state’s gas chief sparks investment fears
State television reports arrests as military urges prosecution of ex-president’s circle
Police try to disperse demonstrators for second day with water cannons and tear gas
The uprisings against Bouteflika and Bashir lack enduring power to oust autocracies
Popular uprisings show that the root causes of the 2011 unrest have not been addressed
The protesters have a chance to set a new course but victory is far from assured
Upper house speaker Abdelkader Bensalah seen as regime insider
Demonstrators seek democratic transition after getting rid of ailing president Bouteflika
Army’s adherence to constitution riles citizens who want to overturn the regime
Leader who brought postwar stability pushed out by protesters and army
Country plunged into uncertainty as leader bows to pressure from protesters and military
Ailing Algerian president reported saying he needed to issue ‘important decisions first’
Demonstrators say removal of Bouteflika not enough
Politicians say ditching Bouteflika and calling elections will not satisfy demonstrators
Move signals end of ailing 82-year-old leader’s near two decades in power
Hydrocarbons sector battles tough investment climate and rising demand for natural fuel
Leaders from across the world, past and present, give their thoughts on strategy
Health workers, doctors and students march to demand president steps down
Regime warnings of a return to violence wash over young people worried about the economy
Bedoui vows inclusive government in effort to quell protests ahead of postponed elections
Country has endured bloody civil war, simmering dissent and a sluggish economy
