2024’s big surprises in Middle Eastern politics
Nasrallah’s end, Netanyahu’s warrant, and Assad’s fall.
How much popular support does Tunisia’s president really have?
Surveys suggest Tunisians approved of Kais Saied’s power grab. But they’re not actually answering his calls to action.
Tunisia’s president threatened the judicial system. What do Tunisians think about these power grabs?
A new survey reveals support for the president — but also support for democracy
Tunisia’s president launched a political crisis. Is it a coup?
Sunday’s move started a fight for public approval and control of government institutions
Ten years in, Tunisian democracy remains a work in progress
Despite the country’s initial success, these three factors stand in the way of democratic consolidation.
No, the Trump impeachment inquiry is not a coup
There were four coups attempted in 2019. Trump supported one of them.
Why Tunisia’s early presidential election will test its democracy
It could reshape the country’s political system. Here’s what you should know.
In Tunisia, more women in office can make all the difference
Electoral gender quotas can improve women’s representation, even in democratizing and authoritarian regimes.
Why the Tunisian military ignored orders and sided with protesters
Interviews with retired senior officers point to two critical factors.