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Algerian authorities disperse demonstration in support of Gazans

ALGIERS, Jan 2 (KUNA) -- Algerian security authorities on Friday banned two demonstrations aimed at expressing support for the Palestinian people in Gaza.
Policemen intervened and dispered a demonstration at its launch after the Friday prayers outside a mosque in Qubbah, Upper Algiers, witnesses said.
In the center of the city, police dispersed a protest that emerged from Hey Balkour Mosque.
Authorities have banned public protests since 2001, when Berber activists staged a large demonstration. (pickup previous) ft.rk KUNA 021807 Jan 09NNNN