Unrest and Clashes in Gabes and Jebaliya in Sfax Following Two Young Men’s Deaths

Protesters and security forces clashed in Gabes and Jebaliya in Sfax Governorate overnight, following the deaths of two young men.

In Gabes, residents burned tires and blocked roads in response to the death of a man who set himself on fire in front of the municipality building, protesting his social and economic conditions.

In Jebaliya, clashes and confrontations have been ongoing since Wednesday evening following the death of 25-year-old youth, Oun Salahi.

Security reinforcements were deployed to contain the on-the-ground protests, while the families of the deceased are calling for investigations and accountability.

Altra Tunis reporters: Anger in Sfax... Clashes overnight between security forces and protesters in Gabes and Jebaliya.