Tunisia

June 2008 | Ratings Update

Unrest has erupted once more in the Tunisian town of Redeyef, southwest of Tunis. One man was killed and several others injured when police attempted to disperse hundreds of youths. Accounts of events differ - according to labour unions, 22 were injured in the riots, while government sources put the toll at just five demonstrators and three policemen. As in April, the unrest was sparked by frustration at the rising cost of living - CPI stood at 5.35% in May - but also by anger at the lack of employment opportunities for young people. In light of inflation and the

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