Tunisia Jails Opposition Figures Ahead of Presidential Election
Sentences raise concerns over President Kais Saied's political crackdown as October vote nears.
- Abir Moussi, a key opposition leader, sentenced to two years in prison for insulting the election commission.
- Four other potential candidates received eight-month sentences and are barred from running.
- Critics accuse Saied of using judiciary to eliminate competition and secure re-election.
- Saied denies allegations, claiming no restrictions on potential candidates.
- Opposition leaders describe the situation as a return to pre-revolutionary dictatorship tactics.