In Algeria, the Army continues to control power

Six years after the massive Hirak protestsOn February 22, 2019, in Algeria, a popular uprising – the Hirak – shook the foundations of power.The Army released its hand to President Abdelaziz Buteflika, who had to resign on April 2 of that year, after two decades as Algerian head of state.But the Army soon regained control over civil society.In February 2019 Algeria was the scene of an authentic...Continue reading...