As Tunisia prepares for elections in October, potential candidates are facing arrest and legal challenges, raising concerns about the fairness and legitimacy of the electoral process. The crackdown on opponents, including prominent figures like Abdellatif Mekki and Lotfi Mraihi, has sparked outrage and underscores the tightening grip of President Kais Saied on the political landscape.
China has strongly condemned the United States for its remarks commemorating the 35th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown. Washington’s top diplomat, Antony Blinken, had vowed never to forget the incident, prompting a backlash from China. Foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning called on the US to refrain from interference in China’s internal affairs and condemned its attempts to provoke ideological confrontation under the guise of human rights.
While Iran launched an attack on Israel, it also initiated a domestic campaign targeting individuals perceived to be violating Islamic dress code regulations. The move has drawn criticism and concern from both activists and politicians, who fear it aims to suppress broader dissent during a period of vulnerability for the ruling regime. The campaign has resulted in police presence on the streets and reports of arrests and violence against women, raising questions about the government’s priorities and the potential for further unrest.
