Tunisia's Press Freedom Plunges Under President Saied's Rule The latest arrest of journalist Mohamed Yousfi has sent shockwaves through the international community, but for those familiar with Tunisia's descent into authoritarianism, it comes as no surprise.
The crackdown on critics and independent voices under President Kais Saied's rule is a clear indication that Tunisia's democratic safeguards are crumbling.
Tunisia's reputation as an oasis of freedom in the Arab world was cemented during its 2011 revolution, when protests brought down long time dictator Zine El Abidine Ben Ali.