Migrants Trapped in Tunisia Amid Anti-Migration Policies and Rising Tensions
The U.N.’s International Organization for Migration estimates that 15,000 to 20,000 migrants are stranded in rural olive groves near Tunisia’s central coastline.
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Tunisia Imprisons Two Journalists as Press Freedom Concerns Raise
Mourad Zghidi and Borhan Bsaiss, both journalists with IFM radio, were detained this month over political comments made on the radio.
Hundreds Rally in Tunis to Support President Kais Saied
The demonstrations took place against a backdrop of growing concerns from the European Union, France, and the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights over Tunisia’s commitment to civil liberties and free speech.
Tunisian Protesters in Jebeniana Demand Action on Migrant Crisis
The Tunisian Coast Guard has reported thwarting more than 21,000 migration attempts by land or sea this year.
CAF Champions League Final Showdown
The game is set to take place in Tunis, providing Esperance de Tunis the advantage of playing before a supportive home crowd.
Facing Security Concerns Jewish Community in Tunisia Plans Scaled-Down Pilgrimage
This decision comes less than a year after a deadly shooting at the site deeply affected the community.
Tunisian Journalist Sentenced to Six Months in Prison Amidst Government Crackdown on Media
The charges stemmed from a complaint by a member of the Tunisian Ministry of Religious Affairs, who was targeted in Boughalleb's Facebook posts.