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Algerians on Saturday began casting their ballots in a presidential election that incumbent President Abdelmadjid Tebboune is widely expected to win. Tebboune, who took office in late 2019, is seeking a second five-year term. He is supported by major parties in the energy-rich North African country. Algeria, a former French colony, is a key energy supplier to Europe. Islamist Hassani Sharif Abdel Aali and Youssef Aouchiche from the Socialist Forces Front are vying with Tebboune. But analysts see Tebboune, 78, as the clear favourite in the vote. Tebboune is supported by 17 parties holding major…

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