But his departure early this month spurred demonstrators to seek further changes, notably the resignation of three senior Bouteflika allies. Activists chalked up a second victory Tuesday as one of the three, constitutional council chief Tayeb Belaiz, followed Bouteflika to the exit. But Friday's crowds were pushing for still more as they clogged streets for several kilometres in the heart of the capital. Despite Bensalah calling a presidential election on July 4, Algerian demonstrations are demanding a broader overhaul of the political system. Marginalised opposition parties - which have been sidelined by the mainly grassroots protest movement - have been invited for talks on Monday.

Source: Dhaka Tribune April 20, 2019 13:52 UTC