Former Algerian President Liamine Zeroual Dies
Liamine Zeroual, the former president of Algeria, died at the age of 84. Algeria has declared three days of national mourning for him. He was president from 1995 to 1999.
Liamine Zeroual passed away after a long illness. He held the office of president of Algeria for several years. During his time, Algeria faced significant challenges, including a civil war. The Algerian government honored him with three days of mourning. Other events included a reaction from Benin regarding a UN resolution and an agreement involving underage miners in South Africa.
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Highlights
Zeroual's Death Announced
Liamine Zeroual, former Algerian president, died after a long illness.
National Mourning Declared
Algeria has declared three days of national mourning for Zeroual.
Zeroual's Presidential Term
Zeroual served as president of Algeria from 1994 to 1999.
Difficult Period of Leadership
Zeroual led Algeria during a time of civil war and conflict.
Zeroual's Burial Location
Liamine Zeroual was buried in his hometown of Batna, Algeria.