Tunisia's President Saied Faces Criticism Over Arrests

Tunisian authorities arrest prominent opposition figure Nejib Chebbi, enforcing a twelve-year jail term for conspiracy. This move is seen as part of President Kais Saieds escalating crackdown on political dissent. An appeals court sentences dozens of opposition leaders, business figures, and lawyers to up to forty-five years in prison for conspiracy to overthrow Saied. Critics argue this highlights Saieds authoritarian rule. Among those arrested are Chaima Issa and Ayachi Hammami, who have launched hunger strikes demanding their release. Rights groups claim the verdict and sentences intensify Saieds crackdown on political rivals. The opposition maintains the charges are fabricated, while Saied denies interfering with the judiciary, stating he is fighting corruption. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.