Tunisian court sentences Ennahdha leader Rached Ghannouchi to life in prison
Summary
A Tunisian court sentenced opposition leader Rached Ghannouchi and other Ennahdha party members to prison terms, including life sentences, for terrorism-related charges. The case involves accusations of forming a terrorist group and spying, linked to the assassination of two politicians in 2013.Key Facts
- Rached Ghannouchi, leader of the Ennahdha party, was sentenced to life in prison plus 30 years.
- Eleven other defendants received life sentences and prison terms up to 96 years.
- Thirteen additional people were sentenced to 10 to 48 years in prison.
- The court found them guilty of forming a terrorist alliance and helping terrorist activities.
- The case began in 2022 after complaints from families of assassinated politicians Chokri Belaid and Mohamed Brahmi.
- Ennahdha denies the charges, saying they are politically motivated.
- Ghannouchi’s health worsened in prison, leading to his hospital transfer and calls for his release.
- Tunisian authorities say the detentions are not politically motivated.
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