Tunisia
Five 2,300-year-old gold coins and infant remains found at ancient cemetery
Archaeologists discovered the coins at an ancient burial ground, where thousands of urns containing the remains of young children have been found.
It's the Arab Winter and the U.S. Feels a Chill
The basic assumption that is so widely held in the West—that people want freedom and democracy—does not always hold. Many want something else.
Support Civil Society in Tunisia
Imagine where we might be today if the United States had invested a fraction of the amount of money it spent on Iraq over the last two decades in supporting societies in transition to democracies, such as Tunisia.
As the U.S. Pivots to Asia, Asia Pivots to the Middle East
Does the West fully grasp the challenge to its traditional leadership in the Middle East? And is it ready to support Middle East agency through deepening constructive involvement?
Fan runs onto World Cup field, does backflip before being tackled
The acrobatic protestor waved a Palestinian flag, which he held onto through a cartwheel and a backflip before seven security guards pinned him down.
How Women's Rights Are Being Suffocated in President Saied's Tunisia
What is happening in Tunisia is a cautionary tale of how a system without solid safeguards can crumble just like a house of cards.
Exclusive: China Tops U.S. as Favorite Power Among Arabs Despite Challenges
"China stepped in with a number of advantages, with few regional entanglements and a stated desire to remain apolitical," expert Michael Robbins said.
Where Is the Outcry For All Global Conflicts and War?
It's racist jargon that makes us ignore conflicts raging internationally.
Saied and Tunisia's Enemies of Democracy: A Tale of Buridan's Paradox
Democratic parliaments around the world must intensify their support for Tunisia and meet with Tunisians who truly aspire for freedom and a way forward.
LGBTQ Community in Tunisia Forcibly Outed to Public, Face Police Brutality
"Officers feel empowered to enact whatever form of violence they want, knowing that they will get away with it," said Rasha Younes of Human Rights Watch.
Libya's Stability is About More Than Libya
A democratic Libya would benefit all its neighbors, from those who share its borders to those across the Mediterranean.
We Must Stand Up for Tunisia's Democracy
Today, more than ever before, it is vital to unite and stand up for Tunisia's democracy.
Can Democracy be Saved in Tunisia?
We hope that President Joe Biden's commitment to foreign policy that supports democracy and confronts dangerous populism will ensure that Tunisia is not overlooked in its hour of need.
Ahmed Hafnaoui, Teenage Swimmer, Wins Tunisia's First Gold at Tokyo 2020
The 18-year-old Tunisian Olympic swimmer beat Team USA's Kieran Smith, who won the bronze medal in the men's 400-meter freestyle swimming final.
Video Shows Brutal Hair-Pulling Brawl on Flight Over Space in Overhead Bins
The fight reportedly broke out on Tunisair flight TU216 when passengers had a disagreement over storing their carry-ons. The argument soon escalated into a violent confrontation.
Tunisia Needs Another Revolution
As a young Tunisian woman raised with the principles of the Jasmine Revolution, I'm not willing to give up the gains of the last 10 years.
China 'Delighted to See' It Tops U.S. in Popularity in Arab Countries Poll
"It's gotten close to a billion people out of poverty over the last 40 years, and given the economic challenges in the Middle East, there is a lot to like about the thinking of the Chinese model," Princeton University's Michael Robbins told Newsweek.
10 Years After Arab Spring, Tunisia Faces Riots Over Faltering Economy
Tunisia has been mired in political and economic crises since its 2011 uprising, dubbed the "Jasmine Revolution."
10 Years After the Arab Spring, Uncertainty Dominates the Region
Newsweek looks at five of the most-affected nations by the Arab Spring—Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, Syria and Yemen—on the anniversary of Tunisian street vendor Mohamed Bouazizi's death that helped spark a regional revolt with mixed results.
U.S. Embassy in Tunisia Suicide Attack Kills at Least One: Local Media
Local media reported that a suicide bomber on a moped blew himself up near a group of police outside the embassy.
Journalists Protest Saudi Crown Prince's N. Africa Trip
One group of journalists said "No to the desecration of the revolutionary land of Tunisia," while in Egypt the crown prince was accused of killing Jamal Khashoggi.
Osama bin Laden's Alleged Bodyguard Freed From Prison
Earlier this week, Tunisia's counterterrorism judiciary body said that the detainee, Sami A., would face trial in Tunisia for terrorism.
How Muslim-Majority Teams Get Ready for the World Cup
A player's performance declines "significantly for speed, agility, dribbling and endurance" while fasting.
World Cup To Bring Dip In Arab Countries' Productivity
Senior executives and company directors in the Middle East and North Africa said they plan to disrupt their workday to watch games.
112 Drown in Mediterranean Sea, Death Toll on the Rise
1,763 people drowned attempting to immigrate to Europe through the Mediterranean in 2017.
Jewish Candidate Runs For Muslim Party
Simon Slama is standing as a candidate for the Ennahdha Party.
Stop Politicizing Unexplained Death of a Border Agent
Some say Rogelio Martinez was bludgeoned to death by rocks. Ted Cruz jumped on the bandwagon.
Tunisia Synagogue Firebombed as Protests Rock Country
The unrest centers on rising costs and government austerity.
Emirates Airlines Halting Flights to Tunisia
The Tunisian transport ministry says that Emirates flights would be suspended until the UAE airline found a way to operate according to international law and treaties.
Sunken City Hit by Ancient Tsunami Discovered
The discovery has revealed the Roman city of Neapolis, with its networks of submerged streets and monuments, was a crucial trading hub.