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Aziz's Lawyer Warns of His Critical Health Condition and Declaration by Sidi Naali Mohamed Khouna
Biram Dah Abeid Calls for an Independent Investigation into Deaths
Algerian President Signs Decree Allowing Military Personnel to Hold Civilian Posts
Aziz's Lawyer Warns of His Critical Health Condition:
Lawyer Mohameden Ould Ashdo stated that the life of former President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz is in danger due to severe pain and a tumor in his thigh, preventing him from standing. He announced the internationalization of his case. Sidi Naali Mohamed Khouna, president of the Democratic Change Front, spoke about the conditions of his detention and insisted on the necessity of releasing Abdel Aziz, highlighting that it was Abdel Aziz's support that brought the current President Ghazouani to power, before disagreements led to his imprisonment.
Biram Dah Abeid Calls for an Independent Investigation into Deaths:
During a press conference, presidential candidate Biram Dah Abeid called for an independent investigation into the deaths caused by torture and urged for the punishment of those responsible for the execution of children during the protests. He urged the authorities to resume dialogue to resolve the crisis.
Algerian President Signs Decree Allowing Military Personnel to Hold Civilian Posts:
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune signed a decree allowing active military personnel to occupy sensitive and strategic civilian positions while retaining their military privileges. This decree has sparked debates regarding its objectives, with some seeing it as a way to enhance work discipline, while others fear it could affect the management of civilian sectors. This measure comes amid calls for keeping military duties focused on national defense and security.