‘Enough repression’: Thousands of Tunisians protest against Kais Saied
Summary
Thousands of people protested in Tunis against President Kais Saied, accusing him of increasing authoritarian control and jailing critics. The protestors expressed their desire for political change and criticized the government's actions against opposition figures. The protest reflects growing dissatisfaction with Saied's leadership and his handling of political and economic issues.Key Facts
- Thousands protested in Tunis against President Kais Saied's leadership.
- Protestors accused Saied of becoming more authoritarian and jailing his critics.
- The protest included activists, NGOs, and various political parties.
- Protestors chanted slogans calling for political change and criticized repression.
- A recent court case sentenced former judge Ahmed Souab, a government critic, to five years in prison.
- Some protestors, like Jaouhar Ben Mbarek, are on hunger strike against their detention.
- Saied was elected in 2019 and has since consolidated power, drawing criticism.
- Rights groups have accused Saied of suppressing civil society and the press.
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