Tunisia
Middle East economy to shrink 2.1% in 2026, Gulf economies by 4.3%, World Bank forecasts
Despite grim forecasts, the World Bank projects regional economies could rebound by 7.8% in 2027 if the conflict ends this year, though the Hormuz blockade and inflation remain major threats.
At least two dead, six reported missing after migrant shipwreck off Tunisia's coast
Tunisia extends 'Sumud 4' flotilla activists' detention to 10 months, little international outcry
'Defiance': A memoir of survival in a torn-apart Syria - review
Tunisia hands lengthy prison terms to top politicians and former security officials
A total of 21 were charged in the case, with 10 already in custody and 11 having fled the country.
7,000 activists begin 300-vehicle convoy from Tunisia to Rafah, aim to open corridor
The Maghreb Resilience Convoy's 300-vehicle caravan departed from Tunis on Monday morning, before crossing the Libyan border on Tuesday.
French anti-terror prosecutor investigates killing of Tunisian national
The suspect, a 53-year-old man who practices shooting as a sport, published what it said was hateful and racist content on his social media account before and after Saturday's killing.
Hundreds of west African migrants returned from Tunisia through IOM program
The returns took place on Tuesday and Thursday, involving 146 people from Gambia, 167 from Guinea, and another 66 from Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, and Sierra Leone.
Libyan-Tunisian ties strengthen with Benghazi consulate reopening
The reopening follows months of bilateral coordination aimed at restoring consular services in the region.
Jewish jeweler attacked, fingers severed in antisemitic machete attack in Djerba, Tunisia
The incident took place on the eve of Lag Baomer, which is also the date of the annual pilgrimage to El Ghriba Synagogue on the Island.
Former Tunisian PM Larayedh jailed for 34-years over Syria jihadist case
Larayedh, who served as prime minister from 2013 to 2014, is a senior figure in Ennahda, an Islamist party that has been a main opponent of President Kais Saied.
The urgent need to acknowledge North African Jews in Israeli memory - opinion
North African Jews' WWII struggles, long overlooked, are finally gaining recognition, revealing their resilience and vital contributions to history.
Haim Taib to light torch on Independence Day for promoting unity and resilience
"Lighting the torch is a full-circle moment for me and my family – both personally and nationally – and a symbol of my commitment to strengthening the resilience of the State of Israel."
Rabbi Meir Mazuz, renowned Torah scholar and spiritual leader, passes away at 80
Rabbi Meir Mazuz, leader of Kisse Rahamim Yeshiva and a key figure in Israeli politics, has passed away at 80, leaving a lasting impact on Torah study and the Jewish community.
