Protesters in Tunisia denounce spate of arrest of opposition leaders, others
The government led by President Kais Saied arrested 20 opposition figures and critics in February—including former ministers—on charges of terrorism and threatening state security
Daily Round-up Venezuela marks 10 years of Hugo Chavez’s death & other stories
In today’s episode we look at Venezuela marking 10 years of Hugo Chavez’s death, Tunisians protest against economic decline, Syria condemns US military’s official visit to occupied Syrian territory, and thousands continue protests over train crash in Greece.
Amid boycott calls and low turn-out, Tunisia passes constitutional referendum
Tunisian president Kais Saied has claimed victory after his proposed constitution was approved in a referendum. However, the turnout was only around 30% and opposition forces have dismissed its legitimacy
Thousands march in Tunisia against president’s continuing power-grab
The demonstrations went ahead despite heavy presence of security forces and riot control personnel to prevent protesters from joining
Progressives allege Tunisian president violated constitutional order, protests continue
The leftist Workers’ Party of Tunisia released a statement on Monday condemning the president’s moves and calling them a violation of the constitution.
Tunisian president ousts PM and suspends parliament after protests and other stories
Today we look at the situation in Tunisia following the suspension of the Parliament, the arrest of pro-democracy MPs in Swaziland, and more
Tunisian president sacks prime minister, suspends parliament
As protests against the mismanagement of the pandemic and deepening economic crisis continue, many warn that the president’s moves violate the constitution and endanger Tunisia’s constitution
