Around 24 million Algerians are set to vote on Saturday, with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune seeking a second term without facing significant opposition. Tebboune’s main challenge is to increase voter turnout compared to the record abstention rate in 2019, when he won with 58 percent of the vote but over 60 percent of voters stayed home. The President is focused on achieving a substantial turnout in the upcoming election.
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Vatican calls for global push for 2-state solution as death toll in Gaza continues to rise – Middle East Monitor
The Vatican urged the international community to actively pursue a two-state solution amid the escalating crisis in Gaza, highlighting the urgent need for a just political resolution as Israeli military actions have resulted in nearly 60,000 Palestinian deaths since October 7, 2023. The Holy See condemned civilian attacks, called for adherence to humanitarian law, and emphasized that peace relies on justice and recognition of rights for both Palestinians and Israelis. Want More Context? 🔎
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