Tunisian Lawyer Arrested, Hunger Strike Launched

Tunisian authorities arrest prominent lawyer and human rights defender Ayachi Hammami, sparking international condemnation. Hammami, sentenced to five years in a controversial case, begins a hunger strike, accusing the government of suppressing dissent. His daughter claims the trial was a sham, part of a broader crackdown on critical voices in Tunisia. The government denies political motivations, asserting the prosecutions are necessary for national security. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.