Physicians joined lawyers against Algerian President Abdelaziz to find out who approved a medical certificate clearing him for the fifth term in office.
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Iran Lawyer Sotoudeh Convicted After Defending Women Protesters
Prominent Iran human rights lawyer, Nasrin Sotoudeh who defended protesters against Islamic Republic’s mandatory headscarves for women has been convicted.
Emergency Decrees Bring More Repression in Sudan
After more than two months of near-daily protests in Khartoum and across Sudan, President Omar al-Bashir emergency decrees bring more repression.
Thousands of Algerians Gather in Largest Protests Yet
There is a once-in-a-generation protest movement underway in Algeria against the rule of 82 year-old Abdelaziz Bouteflika. Which side are you on?
Algeria Veterans Back Protests Demanding End to Bouteflika’s Rule
Algerian independence war veterans said protesters demanding ailing President Abdelaziz Bouteflika step down after 20 years in power.
Targeted European Women Lawmakers Fear Violent Repercussions
Rising political tensions force female lawmakers to move home and hire bodyguards after being targeted by extremists, according to a Times investigation.
Why Belarus Seeks Better Ties With West Despite Russian Hysterics
Belarus seeks better ties with West though this provokes “hysterics” from its traditional ally Russia, long-serving President Alexander Lukashenko said.
Streets of Khartoum Deserted in Response to Call for Strike
Streets of Khartoum and its sister city Omdurman deserted indicating the strike call was being observed by the overwhelming majority of the population.
Study Reveals Huge Demand for e-Voting in Switzerland
A government study external link, published on Tuesday, revealed that demand for electronic governance services was far greater than what was on offer.
Facebook Prohibits Foreign-Funded Ads in Indonesia Election
Facebook says it will not allow foreign-funded advertisements for an upcoming presidential election in Indonesia, the world’s third-largest democracy.