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September 19, 2024

Tunisia's Authoritarian Leader Cracks Down on Opposition Ahead of Elections
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In Tunisia, authorities led by President Kais Saied have accelerated a
crackdown on opposition candidates and peaceful protests ahead of
presidential elections scheduled for October 6. Amnesty International
reports at least 97 members of an opposition party were arrested in
recent days as authorities continue to restrict the work of journalists,
human rights defenders and NGOS, while further undermining the
independence of Tunisia's judiciary. The latest arrests began last
Friday, when thousands of protesters rallied in Tunis to demand the
release of political prisoners and an end to Kais Saied's authoritarian
rule.


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