Tunisia

As US moves against the Muslim Brotherhood, Middle East pays close attention - analysis

Regional governments are responding cautiously to Washington’s move against the Muslim Brotherhood, as concerns grow over its effect on regional balance and influence.

Former US President Donald Trump speaks to the press as he arrives for his trial for allegedly covering up hush money payments linked to extramarital affairs, at Manhattan Criminal Court in New York City, on May 3, 2024. Trump, 77, is accused of falsifying business records to reimburse his lawyer, M
Tunisian journalists rally near the government's office, holding signs to protest press restrictions, call for greater freedom, demand the release of their jailed colleagues, and vow that the widening crackdown will not silence them, in Tunis, Tunisia, November 20, 2025.

Tunisian journalists protest, as crackdown on media escalates

Demonstrators hold signs as hundreds of Tunisians march through the capital Tunis to protest a severe environmental crisis caused by pollution from a state chemical plant in Gabes, in Tunisia, October 25, 2025

Hundreds protest in Tunisia’s capital over worsening pollution crisis

A PROTEST MARCH at which Israel is accused of ‘starving Gaza’ takes place in New York City last month. Even Left and Center Israelis cannot deny that antisemitic prejudices play a role in Israel’s deteriorating international status, says the writer.

Tunisian groups launch campaign to criminalize normalization with Israel


Large scale protests in Tunis denounce Global Sumud Flotilla arrests

Hundreds marched in Tunis to denounce Israel’s detention of Global Sumud Flotilla activists, including 25 Tunisians, as released activists began returning home.

Activists protest in central Tunis to denounce the Israeli navy's interception and detention of Global Sumud Flotilla activists, October 4, 2025.

Gaza-bound flotilla resumes journey from Crete toward Gaza

After two days anchored near Crete, the 40-vessel flotilla set sail again with Italian and Spanish warships nearby to monitor and support its passage.

Greta Thunberg and a crew member flash victory signs from their ship, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla aiming to reach Gaza and break Israel's naval blockade, as they sail off Crete island, Greece, September 25, 2025.

Gaza-bound flotilla grows to 40 vessels after joining Sicilian group

The armada of about forty vessels is now roughly 1,000 miles from the coast of Gaza.

A screenshot from a drone video shows people lighting flares at the port of Ermoupolis during the departure of two sailing boats, Electra and Oxygen, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla aiming to reach Gaza and break Israel's naval blockade, on Syros island, Greece, September 14, 2025.

Gaza-bound Flotilla reaches Italian island, 2,000 km. from Gaza

The Gaza-bound flotilla regroups off Pantelleria, plotting its next move as it sails more than 1,000 miles toward its destination.

A screenshot from a drone video shows people gathering at the port of Ermoupolis during the departure of two sailing boats, Electra and Oxygen, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, on Syros island, Greece, September 14, 2025.

Cairo cements MENA relationships with Tunisia - analysis

Egypt further expanded its growing influence in North Africa by signing eight memoranda with Tunisia.

Egypt's Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty laughs during his meeting with Tunisian Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Nafti at the Al Tahrir palace to discuss details of the Gaza reconstruction plan, ahead of the emergency Arab summit organised by Egypt this week, in Cairo, Egypt March 3, 2025

Tune into today's top stories: Marco Rubio lands in Israel, Egypt pushes Arab military force

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs - the top stories, clear and concise.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his wife Jeanette Dousdebes arrive at Ben Gurion International Airport, near Lod, Israel, September 14, 2025.

Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla stalled in Tunisian ports for a week

The Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla has spent a week stalled in Tunisian ports, with some vessels deemed unseaworthy as others prepare to join from Italy.

Global Sumud Flotilla members sit on a boat on the day of their departure to Gaza from Barcelona, Spain, September 1, 2025, after stormy weather forced the flotilla to return to port earlier.

Tunisia says 'assault' on Gaza aid ship was 'orchestrated'

Tunisia reported that investigations are ongoing following the two alleged drone strikes on the Sumud Global Flotilla.

People gather, as they await the departure of the Global Sumud flotilla at the port of Sidi Bou Said, bound to leave for Gaza from Tunisia, along with other Tunisian boats, in a major act of solidarity with the Palestinian people against the Israeli blockade, Sidi Bou Said, Tunisia, September 10

Tune into today's top stories: Green light for Gaza deal, Gaza City evacuation ordered

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Ezra Taylor - the top stories, clear and concise.

Displaced Palestinians flee amid an Israeli military operation, following an Israeli evacuation order, in Gaza City, September 9, 2025.

Alleged ‘drone’ incident leaves Gaza flotilla shaken - analysis

Although the Global Sumud Flotilla has said that “nothing can silence the voices of peace nor the momentum of international solidarity,” it’s clear that the incident has left the group with concerns.

A Global Sumud flotilla vessel floats in the waters as Tunisian Maritime National Guard boats conduct an inspection in Sidi Bou Said, Tunisia, September 9, 2025.

Gaza-bound Sumud flotilla nearing Tunisia, likely to arrive off Gaza's coast by September 17

The flotilla is believed to be seeking to reach the eastern Mediterranean off the coast of Gaza sometime around September 15 to 20.

Swedish activist Greta Thunberg and other Global Sumud Flotilla members wait on their boat to depart to Gaza from Barcelona, Spain September 1, 2025.