The state news agency said the ailing Mr. Bouteflika, who hasn’t spoken to his countrymen in seven years, had submitted his resignation.
Author: ADAM NOSSITER
Algerian Leader Bouteflika Resigns Under Pressure From Army
The state news agency said the ailing Abdelaziz Bouteflika, who hasn’t spoken to his countrymen in seven years, was stepping down.
Algeria’s Ruler, Abdelaziz Bouteflika, Agrees to Step Down
Mr. Bouteflika, who has ruled Algeria for 20 years, appears to have yielded to mass protests demanding his resignation.
Huge Crowds of Algerians Protest Army’s Latest Compromise Offer
Crowds, seeking far more than the ouster of the ailing president, Abdelaziz Bouteflika, want the wholesale removal of “the System.” all those tied to his 20-year reign.
French Raise a Glass to a Health Warning About Too Much Wine
“For your health, it’s maximum two glasses a day, and not every day,” the health agency said. France’s response? Deafening silence.
Algeria Army Chief Opens Path to End of Bouteflika’s Rule
A top power broker expressed support for what he called the “legitimate demands” of protesters who want President Abdelaziz Bouteflika to step down.
Behind the Niceties of Chinese Leader’s Visit, France Is Wary
Amid the signing of treaties and commercial contracts worth billions of euros, President Emmanuel Macron of France made wary statements about China’s influence as he hosted the country’s leader.
‘It’s Time to Break the Chains.’ Algerians Seek a Revolution.
The demonstrations in Algeria have grown larger every week and now seem unstoppable. The protesters demand the ouster of not only President Bouteflika, but his entire system.
Algerians Stage Largest Protest Yet, Rejecting President’s Offer
Tens of thousands of anti-government protesters packed the streets of the capital, rejecting President Abdelaziz Bouteflika’s offer not to seek a fifth term.
Protesters’ Message to Algeria’s President: You Can’t Fool Us
President Abdelaziz Bouteflika’s decision to give up his candidacy in a now-canceled election and convene a constitutional convention was greeted with skepticism and anger.