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Thousands of Algerians join the renewed ‘Hirak’ movement to demand change in political system
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Thousands of Algerians join the renewed ‘Hirak’ movement to demand change in political system

Members of Hirak movement carry a banner with the slogan “A civilian state, not a military state” Nationwide protests emerged against then-Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika after his nomination for a fifth term sparked mass outrage from citizens  The citizens were frustrated with growing corruption, sluggish economy and lack of freedom in a country besieged by the clout of the military and the Islamists. Bouteflika resigned on 2 April 2019 after months of mass protests. However, the Hirak members were unsatisfied with the resignation as they demanded a change in the entire system.  New President Tebboune signed a decree adopting a new constitution but protesters allege that the army remains the center of power behind a civilian facade led by Tebboune. Though Arab Spring has ended...