Tunisian Government Faces Backlash Over Arrests of Lawyers and Journalists

Authorities accused of using cybercrime law to silence critics; international allies express concern over recent crackdowns.

Lawyer Mahdi Zagrouba reportedly tortured during detention after criticizing President Kais Saied.
Journalists Borhen Bsaies and Mourad Zeghidi face charges under controversial Decree 54.
Bar association and civil society groups condemn the arrests as abuse of power and suppression of dissent.
European Union and U.S. call for respect of freedoms guaranteed by Tunisian constitution.
Nationwide strike by lawyers highlights escalating political tensions and demands for presidential election date.