What’s behind Libya-Tunisia border closure? Tunisia closed the troubled Ras Jdir crossing following a security incident. Tunisia and Libya are facing a crisis over migrants seeking to reach Europe. Libya
Who are Ennahda leaders arrested in Tunisia's latest crackdown? The arrests are the latest against figures opposed to President Kais Saied, who has cemented his one-man rule since July 2021. North Africa
EU commission sees Tunisia's migration deal as 'blueprint' for region On July 16, the bloc agreed to spend 100 million euros on Tunisia to combat human trafficking and illegal crossings of the Mediterranean Sea. Tunisia
Timeline: Kais Saied's crackdown in Tunisia, from suspending parliament to arresting Ghannouchi Tunisian President Kais Saied has been steadily consolidating power since 2021 when he dismissed parliament in a move widely described as a coup. He is now cracking down further on his Islamist political opponents. Tunisia
Activists call Tunisia's first female prime minister mere distraction Tunisia's president has appointed a female prime minister, a first in the Arab world, but he has been both cheered and accused of using her to deflect attention from his policies. North Africa
US-Tunisian military cooperation tested by Saied's actions The Tunisian president's assertion of executive authority has been met with both opposition and support, and some are questioning US military assistance. North Africa
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. DONT USE - Gulf Pulse
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. North Africa
The Takeaway: The roots of Tunisia’s political crisis are economic Also: United States, Iraq stay focused on Islamic State; Gulf eyes solar energy; Russia’s Syria policy puzzles Israel; Afghan refugees trigger backlash in Turkey; Erdogan puts spotlight on Cyprus ghost town. Tunisia
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. Tunisia
Egypt to launch regional news channel Egypt is planning on launching a regional news channel, including joint projects and productions with Saudi Arabia. Egypt
Ennahda threatened with more resignations The resignation of prominent member of Ennahda Abdelhamid Jelassi has raised questions about the movement’s unity in Tunisia. Tunisia
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. Tunisia
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. Tunisia
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. Tunisia
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. Tunisia
