Tunisia

Uproar in Tunisia as Labour Union and Legal Experts Slam Controversial Election Law Amendments Ahead of Presidential Vote

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Tunis, Tunisia — Amidst escalating political tensions, Tunisia’s prominent labor organization, the Tunisian General Labour Union (UGTT), has openly criticized a controversial amendment to the nation’s electoral laws, introduced merely two weeks ahead of the presidential election. The proposed change, which involves significantly altering the judicial oversight of elections, has sparked widespread condemnation among various sectors of Tunisian civil society. UGTT’s Secretary-General, Noureddine Taboubi, expressed strong disapproval of the amendment, categorically demanding a halt to what he described as an unacceptable alteration to the electoral framework. Echoing his concerns, Hatem Mziou, the president of Tunisia’s … Read more

Al Jazeera Reporter Released After Arrest in Tunisia Raises Concerns About Freedom of Speech

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TUNIS, Tunisia – Tunisian authorities have released Al Jazeera reporter Samir Sassi, just two days after his arrest, according to his lawyer. Sassi, 55, was taken into custody on Wednesday after police raided his home and seized his electronic devices. The reasons for his arrest have not been disclosed by Tunisian authorities. Sassi’s lawyer was unable to confirm if he will face any criminal charges in relation to the case. The release of Samir Sassi comes amidst concerns over the freedom of speech in Tunisia. The International Federation of Journalists has criticized the Tunisian government … Read more