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July 26, 2023

Demonstrators Mark 2 Years Since Tunisian President Kais Saied Launched Power Grab
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In Tunisia, hundreds of protesters rallied in Tunis Tuesday to mark two
years since President Kais Saied dissolved parliament and ramped up his
power grab in what many have called a coup. Protesters are also
demanding Saied release 20 imprisoned opposition figures. This is Lajmi
Lourimi of the opposition Salvation Front party.

Lajmi Lourimi: "The situation now is a state of frustration and despair
among the citizens generally. This is the result of Kais Saied seizing
power with an iron fist, consolidating all authorities in one hand. …
The unfortunate reality is that demolishing democracy does not foster
development or stability."



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