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Tunisian Ex-PM Sentenced to 24 Years Amid Political Turmoil

2/27/2026

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Former Tunisian Prime Minister Ali Larayedh was sentenced to 24 years in prison for allegedly facilitating jihadists' travel to Syria.
Ennahda says the ruling is politically motivated and tied to President Kais Saied's power push since 2021.
Larayedh has been detained since 2022 and maintains his innocence.
Seven other defendants are named, with sentences ranging from 3 to 24 years.
Larayedh plans to appeal the conviction.

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Former Tunisian Prime Minister Ali Larayedh was sentenced to 24 years in prison for allegedly facilitating jihadists' travel to Syria.
Ennahda says the ruling is politically motivated and tied to President Kais Saied's power push since 2021.
Larayedh has been detained since 2022 and maintains his innocence.
Seven other defendants are named, with sentences ranging from 3 to 24 years.
Larayedh plans to appeal the conviction.