A Tunisian court sentenced several opposition leaders and activists to prison terms ranging from 13 to 66 years for allegedly conspiring against state security. The opposition criticized the charges as politically motivated, arguing they exemplify President Kais Saied’s crackdown on dissent. The trial, which began in March and was marked by delays and barred media attendance, culminated in a verdict that many consider an attempt by the regime to criminalize opposition voices. Some defendants, including prominent opposition figures, fled abroad to avoid prosecution.
The trial has been criticized as a farce, showcasing an effort to criminalize dissent and suppress opposition under President Kais Saied's authoritarian regime.
The sentences enforced demonstrate the lengths to which the Tunisian government will go to maintain control, with the charges targeting vocal critics of the regime.
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