Mass Trial of Political Opponents in Tunisia Draws International Outcry In a significant move that has sparked international condemnation, Tunisia’s President Kais Saied has overseen a mass trial that resulted in lengthy prison sentences for numerous political opponents. The proceedings, widely criticized for their lack of due process and fairness, have raised alarms about the
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In April 2025, a Tunisian court sentenced 40 opposition figures to prison terms ranging from 13 to 66 years on charges of conspiring against state security. This mass trial, considered the most significant crackdown on dissent since President Kais Saied’s 2021 power consolidation, has drawn widespread international criticism. (ft.com) Background of the Trial The trial