Tunisian police arrested three key figures who criticized President Saied. A large number of people were arrested last weekend for criticizing the government. According to the largest opposition party Ennahda, these are arbitrary arrests and fascist measures.
The arrests were not disclosed by the authorities but were cleared by lawyers. Accordingly, those arrested are suspected of endangering state security.
Former minister and judge arrested
Noureddine Bhiri, a prominent Ennahda representative and outspoken critic of President Saied, was arrested yesterday. He was arrested in a raid on his home, his lawyer told Reuters news agency.
Activists and lawyers Lazhar Akremi and Nureddin Boutar were arrested yesterday. He is chairman of the anti-government radio station Mosaique FM. A former finance minister, two judges and a former diplomat, among others, were arrested on Saturday and Sunday.
The opposition party Ennahda speaks of the “abduction of Said’s opponents”. According to the party, the president wants to abolish the judiciary. “It reminds me of the methods used by fascist regimes,” he said.
democracy concerns
Concerns about democracy in Tunisia have been around for some time. President Saied was elected in 2019 and has been gaining strength ever since. A new constitution last year gave him more powers.
Parliamentary elections were held at the end of last year, but the majority of Tunisians boycotted the elections at the call of the opposition. Voter turnout was only 11 percent.
Source: NOS
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