Tunisia has released prominent lawyer Sonia Dahmani after 18 months in prison for criticizing President Kais Saied’s policies on African refugees. Her comments, made during a television appearance, were deemed insulting and led to widespread protests and international condemnation. Following her release, Dahmani expressed hope that it signifies the end of a “nightmare” for herself and other prisoners. The case highlights a broader crackdown on dissent in Tunisia, with numerous critics of the government facing imprisonment under controversial laws.
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