Lawyers Protest in Gabès Against Judge Shortage and Judicial System Deterioration

A branch of lawyers in Gabès held a protest in front of the local court, with participation from the General Union of Tunisian Workers and civil society components.

Participants criticized the significant deterioration of the judicial infrastructure and the severe shortage of judges and court clerks.

Mehdi Saudy, head of the regional branch of lawyers in Gabès, stated that this situation directly impacts the rights of litigants and the deadlines for case resolution.

Saudy also hinted at a potential regional-wide general strike if the Ministry of Justice does not respond to demands for infrastructure improvement and provision of a judicial framework.