Algerians vote in parliamentary elections while facing cost-of-living strains and candidate bans

Algerians are voting in parliamentary elections amid cost-of-living concerns and candidate bans. Nearly 25 million voters are choosing among 1,235 candidates for 407 seats, with 269 candidates barred over alleged financial and political ties. Security measures and adjusted voting schedules were implemented, including early voting in southern regions and diaspora communities.