Thousands have gathered in Algeria's capital to demand the immediate resignation of President Abdelaziz Bouteflika despite him dropping his bid for a fifth term.
According to BBC, it is the biggest protest in memory, with people of all ages packing out the capital's boulevards.
Police have fired tear gas at protesters near the president's office.
On Monday, the president postponed the planned 18 April presidential vote.
Protesters, however, accuse the 82-year-old leader of illegally extending his term.
Students have been leading the massive anti-Bouteflika protests which have entered the fifth week.
Friday's demonstrators have gathered at Algiers' landmark Grand Poste square and have also been chanting against French President Emmanuel Macron who has called for a reasonable transition.
According to BBC, it is the biggest protest in memory, with people of all ages packing out the capital's boulevards.
Police have fired tear gas at protesters near the president's office.
On Monday, the president postponed the planned 18 April presidential vote.
Protesters, however, accuse the 82-year-old leader of illegally extending his term.
Students have been leading the massive anti-Bouteflika protests which have entered the fifth week.
Friday's demonstrators have gathered at Algiers' landmark Grand Poste square and have also been chanting against French President Emmanuel Macron who has called for a reasonable transition.
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