Both presidents of Tunisia and Algeria have sided with Iran, echoing its anti-American and anti-Israeli rhetoric for decades. Kaïs Saïed – whose regional posture mirrors Algiers- became the first Tunisian president to visit Tehran when he attended Raisi’s funeral in May 2024. During that visit, Saïed was received by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, a significant diplomatic signal from Tehran to Tunis. As Israel and the US intensify strikes on Iran, Tunisia – just like Algeria – has limited itself to a mild, non‑committal statement expressing sympathy for “all victims” and calling for de‑escalation. The US–Israel confrontation with Iran has exposed states whose diplomatic positions rest more on rhetoric than on clear, actionable policy.

Source: The North Africa Journal March 11, 2026 15:46 UTC