Saturday, January 8, 2011

Riots Continue In Algeria



Algeria Tense After Riots -- Al Jazeera

Police step up security across Algiers in wake of second wave of riots protesting inflation and unemployment.

Algerian police have stepped up security in the wake of the second night of violent rioting against high prices and a lack of jobs in the country.

Police deployed in large numbers outside mosques on Friday amid fears that fresh protests could break out after Friday prayers.

Youths in the North African country have been rioting over the government's decision to increase prices of staples such as milk, flour and sugar.

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More News On The Riots In Algeria

Algerian riots resume over food prices -- The Guardian
Algeria Bolsters Security After Protests -- FOX News
Cost of food sparks riots in Algerian capital -- BBC
New Riots Break Out in Algeria -- Voice of America
Anger in Algeria sparks fresh riots -- Euronews
Algeria protests turn violent -- Al Jazeera
Chaos grab Algerian provinces over high cost of living -- Xinhuanet
Fresh Riots In Algeria Over Unemployment, Food Prices -- RTT News
Clerics call for calm after Algeria riots -- AFP

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