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CSW-2026-0050
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Former Official Detained Over Critical Speech

Former government official detained for delivering critical speech at public forum. Charged with insulting state institutions.

December 15, 2025
Tunisia, MENA

Detailed Description

Former government official detained for delivering critical speech at public forum. Charged with insulting state institutions.

Sources & Citations
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Ligue Tunisienne des Droits de l'Homme (LTDH)

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Source: Dec 15, 2025

"Former government official detained for delivering critical speech at public forum. Charged with insulting state institutions."

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Classification

Violation Types

ARBITRARY DETENTION
RESTRICTIONS ON FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION

Rights Impacted

FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION
POLITICAL RIGHTS

Target Groups

FORMER OFFICIALS

Actor Categories

STATE SECURITY FORCES

Legal Framework

ICCPR ART 19
ICCPR ART 25