Jordanian protesters demand reforms

The protesters, who staged the demonstration on Friday, called on the government to prevent prices of everyday goods, and especially fuel, from rising.

Prices of everyday items have been soaring in Jordan in recent months.

Jordanians have been holding demonstrations since January 2011, demanding political reforms, including the election of the prime minister by popular vote and an end to corruption.

Since the demonstrations began, Jordanian ruler King Abdullah II has sacked two prime ministers to appease the protesters.

The king has also amended 42 articles of the 60-year-old constitution, ostensibly granting the parliament a more assertive role in the decision-making process.

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