Algerian Presidential office director has defended President Bouteflika's brother against allegations he is planning to stage a coup and said the opposition is inciting the street against the president's family.
Analysis: The spontaneous wave of protests against the government's decision to drill for shale gas has galvanised Algeria and poses a serious challenge to the country's political elite.
Analysis: Government officials have been criticised after a crackdown on those protesting against fracking and the marginalisation of southern Algeria.
Three of six main Azawadi groups refuse to sign deal to end decades of fighting with central government, and call for a regional assembly and special status.
Analysis: The government's decision to begin exploratory drilling for shale gas in the south of Algeria has kicked off mass protests across the recently quiet country.
Forensics is testing DNA samples to ascertain whether decapitated body is that of French climber. Authorities also claim Jund al-Khilafah is nearly eradicated.
