Algeria

The Tuareg ethnic group crosses many borders in the Sahara-Sahel region and has led several rebellions

Protests continue despite the establishment of a panel to broker dialogue between political class and protesters

Algeria's army chief and de facto ruler rejected any preconditions for talks with protesters

A panel to lead dialogue with protesters started working this week

The EU aims to incentivise North African countries to stop irregular migrants before reaching European shores

Another corruption arrest and the election of an opposition speaker of parliament appear to fulfill protester demands

An anti-corruption campaign meant to assuage protesters may scupper the realisation of their hopes for democratisation

Politicians and civil society held talks on July 6 as the interim president's mandate is due to end on July 9