Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, known for his stance against Iran, was surprised when President Trump announced direct negotiations with Iran to address its nuclear program, a move supported by some Israeli experts who see an opportunity for military action. This would be the first official face-to-face talks between the two countries since the US abandoned the nuclear accord seven years ago, with concerns arising over potential differences in approach between Israel and Washington and skepticism over Iran’s willingness to comply, leading to speculation of a looming military confrontation.
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Human Rights Watch says arbitrary detention used to crush dissent in Tunisia – Middle East Monitor
Human Rights Watch (HRW) reported on the arbitrary detention practices in Tunisia, calling for the government to cease its crackdown on dissent and release all detainees amid trials of opposition figures on conspiracy charges. The report highlighted concerns over President Kais Saied's authoritarian rule since dissolving parliament in 2021, with arrest campaigns targeting political leaders, journalists, and activists, undermining the democratic gains from the 2011 Arab Spring. Saied labeled the accused as "traitors and terrorists,"...
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