Tunisia

Do we need a Middle Eastern study and support group?

Submitted by Gwilym Evans on Sat, 26/03/2011 - 2:53pm

With many Middle Eastern countries escalating into social crises, the recent uprisings and the continued conflict spanning throughout the post-World War 2 era; there is much speculation and concern from humanity, regarding the on-going's and history of this region. It may also be the case that the world is approaching a dramatic transition of the international order unprecedented in industrial times.

Geography: 
Global/International
Keywords: 
human rights
middle east
solidarity
palestine
Israel
Tunisia
Libya
Egypt
Study Group
U.S

Revolution in Tunisia: People power topples Ben Ali regime

Submitted by takver on Sun, 16/01/2011 - 8:29pm

Tunisian President Zine El-Abedine Ben Ali has been overthrown by a people's power uprising that has built momentum over the last 4 weeks, culminating in a large rally and protest on January 14 that was attacked by riot police. Ben Ali attempted major concessions, but they were too little and too late. After 23 years in power, Ben Ali and family fled the country to Saudi Arabia, joining former Ugandan dictator Idi Amin who was also given refuge in this middle eastern state.

Geography: 
Global/International
Keywords: 
internet Censorship
revolution
Tunisia
Libya
uprising
people power