Tunisia elections

UAE sends more medical aid to Tunisia to fight virus

The Emirati shipment followed the Tunisian president dismissing parliament and the prime minister last month in what critics have called a coup.

Al-Monitor Staff | Gulf Pulse | Aug 4, 2021

Tunisians wait for their turn to be vaccinated at El-Menzah Stadium, which was turned into a vaccination center in the capital, Tunis, on Aug. 3, 2021. Tunisia has been hard hit by the virus.

Fending off 'coup' claims, Tunisian president announces anti-corruption drive

Tunisian President Kais Saied has overwhelming public support after ousting the government, but critics warn against a return to authoritarianism.

Stephen Quillen | North Africa | Jul 31, 2021

Tunisian military forces guard the area around the parliament building, following protests in reaction to a move by the president last night to suspend the parliament and dismiss the prime minister, Tunis, Tunisia, July 26, 2021.

The Takeaway: The roots of Tunisia’s political crisis are economic

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Andrew Parasiliti, Elizabeth Hagedorn, Joe Snell | Tunisia | Jul 28, 2021

Tunisians decry coup, while president's supporters claim 'second revolution'

On the streets of Tunis, rumors and anticipation of July 25 demonstrations have been circulating for weeks.

Elizia Volkmann | Tunisia | Jul 27, 2021

President Kais Saied backers on July 26, 2021

Egypt to launch regional news channel

Egypt is planning on launching a regional news channel, including joint projects and productions with Saudi Arabia.

A correspondent in Egypt | Egypt | Jun 17, 2021

Egyptian prime minister with TV presenter

Ennahda threatened with more resignations

The resignation of prominent member of Ennahda Abdelhamid Jelassi has raised questions about the movement’s unity in Tunisia.

Amel al-Hilali | Tunisia | Mar 17, 2020

Rached Ghannouchi, leader of Tunisia's moderate Islamist Ennahda party, greets his supporters during a campaign event ahead of the parliamentary elections in Tunis, Tunisia October 3, 2019. Picture taken October 3, 2019. REUTERS/Zoubeir Souissi - RC1EF9226400

Tunisia's long road to a new government

There are concerns that political bickering between Tunisia’s main parties will obstruct parliament’s vote of confidence on the government of Prime Minister Elyes Fakhfakh.

Elizia Volkmann | Tunisia | Feb 24, 2020

Tunisia’s youth seek role in forming new government

After parliament recently rejected Tunisia’s first effort at forming a new government since the September election, the president has apparently responded to young people's demand to have a political voice.

Hanen Jebli | Tunisia | Jan 28, 2020

Tunisia's prime minister-designate Elyes Fakhfakh (front), tasked with forming a government, leaves his office in the capital Tunis on January 21, 2019. (Photo by FETHI BELAID / AFP) (Photo by FETHI BELAID/AFP via Getty Images)

Defeated Tunisian presidential candidate paid ex-Israeli intelligence official $250,000

Lobbyist Ari Ben-Menashe reported being paid $250,000 by Nabil Karoui's wife and a friend.

Aaron Schaffer | Tunisia | Jan 23, 2020

Salwa Karoui, wife of detained Tunisian media mogul and presidential candidate Nabil Karoui, speaks during an election campaign rally in Tunis, Tunisia, September 13, 2019. REUTERS/Zoubeir Souissi - RC1981714B10

Tunisia's Ennahda vacillating over leader's future in the party

Ennahda is slated to elect a new leader in May, but some members want the vote moved forward in light of the movement's leader, Rachid Ghannouchi, now also serving as speaker of parliament, but others appear to want bylaws to be changed to allow him to remain as movement head.

Amel al-Hilali | Tunisia | Dec 20, 2019

Leader of the Islamist Ennahda party Rachid Ghannouchi attends presidential candidate Abdelfattah Mourou's election campaign in Tunis, Tunisia, September 13, 2019. REUTERS/Muhammad Hamed REFILE - CORRECTING IDENTITY, ACTION AND EVENT - RC132F03FE50

Rough justice

It's decision time for Tunisia’s Truth and Dignity Commission.

Sam Kimball | Tunisia | Dec 11, 2019

Tunisia’s Ennahda faces critical choices as it seeks to form new government

Ennahda is still grappling with how, and if, to form a parliamentary coalition in Tunisia.

Amberin Zaman | Tunisia | Nov 8, 2019

Rached Ghannouchi, leader of Tunisia's moderate Islamist Ennahda, speaks to supporters after the party gained most votes in Sunday's parliamentary election, according to an exit poll by Sigma Conseil broadcasted by state television, in Tunis, Tunisia October 6, 2019. REUTERS/Zoubeir Souissi - RC1AEA2A12F0

Tunisia's new low-profile president defies definition

Tunisians are waiting to learn more about the political and intellectual identity of their new president, Kais Saied.

Amel al-Hilali | Tunisia | Oct 28, 2019

Tunisia's new President Kais Saied and outgoing President Mohamed Ennaceur leave the Carthage Palace in Tunis, Tunisia October 23, 2019REUTERS/Zoubeir Souissi - RC1B77422100

Tunisia's 'poker face' president sworn in

Tunisia's new president, whose stolid demeanor earned him the nickname "RoboCop," has vowed to combat corruption.

Amberin Zaman | Tunisia | Oct 23, 2019

Tunisia's elected president Kais Saied gestures during his swearing-in ceremony at the Assembly of People's Representatives in Tunis, Tunisia October 23, 2019REUTERS/Zoubeir Souissi - RC16791F10D0

Will Tunisia’s parties come together to form a government?

The results of Tunisia’s legislative elections have raised questions about the future government and the alliances that will be formed, as the leading party, Ennahda, failed to receive a majority that would have allowed it to govern parliament.

Amel al-Hilali | Tunisia | Oct 14, 2019

Tunisia elections

UAE sends more medical aid to Tunisia to fight virus

The Emirati shipment followed the Tunisian president dismissing parliament and the prime minister last month in what critics have called a coup.

Fending off 'coup' claims, Tunisian president announces anti-corruption drive

The Takeaway: The roots of Tunisia’s political crisis are economic

Tunisians decry coup, while president's supporters claim 'second revolution'

Egypt to launch regional news channel

Ennahda threatened with more resignations

Tunisia's long road to a new government

Tunisia’s youth seek role in forming new government

Defeated Tunisian presidential candidate paid ex-Israeli intelligence official $250,000

Tunisia's Ennahda vacillating over leader's future in the party

Rough justice

Tunisia’s Ennahda faces critical choices as it seeks to form new government

Tunisia's new low-profile president defies definition

Tunisia's 'poker face' president sworn in

Will Tunisia’s parties come together to form a government?

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