In the southern Tunisian city of Gabes, tensions escalated as thousands gathered to voice their frustration over deteriorating air quality linked to a nearby phosphate processing facility. The demonstration, which drew a large crowd, turned confrontational when police deployed tear gas to control the protesters attempting to approach the industrial site, located within a restricted military zone. Both law enforcement officers and several demonstrators sustained injuries amid the clashes. Gabes, a city with a population exceeding 400,000, is a central hub for Tunisia‘s phosphate sector, a vital contributor to the nation’s export economy. This incident highlights growing public discontent surrounding environmental and health concerns tied to industrial pollution.
Tunisia Erupts in Chaos: Fierce Clashes Ignite Amid Boiling Anger Over Pollution Protest
