Thousands of demonstrators marched through central Tunis on Saturday (26 Jul), calling for the resignation of President Kais Saied as Tunisia marked five years since he suspended parliament and later began ruling by decree.
Protesters cited rising living costs, economic hardship, restrictions on political freedoms and concerns over Tunisia’s democratic institutions. President Saied has maintained that his measures are necessary to combat corruption and preserve stability, rejecting claims that civil liberties have been weakened.
Key developments:
- Opposition groups organised demonstrations in central Tunis.
- Protesters called for the release of political prisoners and political reform.
- Demonstrations coincided with the fifth anniversary of President Saied’s emergency powers.
- The government says its policies are intended to tackle corruption and prevent instability.
ℹ️ Al Jazeera
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