Sunday, October 27, 2013

Conflicts in Tunisia

Tunisia hasn't been in to many conflicts in its rich history. In 2011, Tunisians rose in protest gainst the government in what is called the Jasmin Revolution. The protests were provoked by years of corruption by the Ben Ali regime and revelations of the extent of regime graft and corruption that was revealed by diplomatiuc cables released through Wikileaks. When a street vendor was arrested and fined for failing to have a permit and assessed a US$7.00 fine, the man protested by setting himself on fire. His act was literally the spark that ignited a revolution.  Despite the recent conflict I gave the country a try. And so far I am loving the weather, scenery and history

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