Tunis, Jan 17 (AP) Police used tear gas to disperse violent protests led by disgruntled youths in several Tunisian cities overnight, including in the capital of Tunis and in the seaside city of Sousse. Tunisians in general are angry that the North African country is on the verge of bankruptcy and has dire public services. Police swooped in as shops and banks were looted and vandalized, arresting “dozens” of youths, according to state news agency TAP. Videos circulating on social media showed dramatic chases down alleys between groups of young people and the police who used tear gas to disperse them. According to the Tunisian Forum of Economic and Social Rights, more than 1,000 demonstrations took place in November alone.

Source: The North Africa Journal January 17, 2021 11:26 UTC