When we look into the origins of the Tunisian town of Mateur (Arabic: ماطر), we find a fascinating layering of ancient languages, geography, and cultural memory. Below is an evidence-based, researched account of what we know — and what remains hypothetical — about the ancient name of Mateur. 1. The Ancient Latin and Roman Attestations Historical sources list several variants of the name associated with Mateur’s site in antiquity.

Today, Bassem Trifi, representing the Tunisian League for Human Rights (LTDH), held a press conference with national and international media, civil society activists, and political actors. The purpose was to raise the alarm about the growing restrictions on civil and political work in Tunisia. According to Trifi, this is not a new phenomenon, but recent developments show a marked intensification of pressures and attacks on fundamental freedoms.

Introduction When Tunisia’s presidency appointed Ali Ben Hammoud to lead the effort to “solve” Gabes’ chronic pollution crisis, the decision raised immediate questions. Who is this man? What are his qualifications? And why does his name repeatedly intersect with Chinese interests, phosphogypsum valorization, and controversial environmental proposals? This article distills a large body of open-source documentation into a clear narrative about the figure now positioned at the center of one of Tunisia’s most sensitive environmental battles.

The Digital Battleground: How Social Media Wars Are Fought in Tunisian Waters An Investigation into Information Control During the Gaza Sumud Flotilla Crisis Disclaimer This investigation does not …

On the nights of November 7 and 8, 1911, the city of Tunis erupted. What began as a local dispute near the Jellaz cemetery between residents and the French colonial authorities quickly escalated into a violent uprising. Known as the Jellaz Revolt, it left dozens dead and many arrested — a turning point that revealed the deep resentment simmering under colonial rule.