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Tunis Takes To The Streets Against Racism And Fascism

Demonstrators display a large banner in Arabic reading, ''Our crime is solidarity; yours is racism -- down with injustice'' during a march organized by the Campaign Against the Criminalization of Civil Work to protest racism in Tunis, Tunisia, on April 11, 2026. The demonstration, which includes human rights organizations, civil society groups, and activists, addresses concerns about what participants describe as a rise in rhetoric perceived as racist and inciting, as well as efforts to criminalize solidarity with civil, political, and trade union work. The event also highlights concerns about the targeting of activists and advocates, which participants view as a threat to the values of freedom, dignity, and equality. President Kais Saied's rhetoric in recent years has been criticized by human rights groups, opposition figures, and international observers, who describe it as increasingly xenophobic and authoritarian. Following his 2023 remarks on Sub-Saharan African migrants, critics argue that his language has contributed to a climate of hostility and legitimized certain narratives in public discourse. Supporters, however, describe his stance as part of a broader agenda focused on anti-corruption efforts and national sovereignty. (Photo by Chedly Ben Ibrahim/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13564667
Date Taken	11 April 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Chedly Ben Ibrahim/NurPhoto
Category	Social Issue
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Chedly Ben Ibrahim/NurPhoto

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