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On June 26, 2015, a lone gunman attacked a beachfront hotel in the Tunisian city of Sousse, exclusively targeting foreign tourists. By the time he was shot to death by [...]

A History of Modern Tunisia, 2nd ed. By Kenneth Perkins. New York: Cambridge University Press, 2014. 306 pp. $29.99, paper. In the wake of the uprisings that swept across the [...]

The article reports on the achievements and challenges facing Tunisia as it marks the fourth anniversary of the uprising against the authoritarian regime of Zayn al-'Abidin Ben 'Ali on January 14, 2015. Topics covered include the mass protests called the Arab Spring in the Middle East and North Africa, the stubbornly high rate of unemployment, and the country's deteriorating internal security situation. Also mentioned is the emergence of violent Islamist groups.

The article discusses the implication of the parliamentary election in Morocco scheduled in 2012. It states that the election carries ramifications extending beyond Morocco. It notes that the election could indicate a new model for political change for the Arab Spring era. It adds that the general apathy of the public towards electoral politics in Morocco is projected to result into low voter turnout.

The article discusses the political challenges and lingering questions concerning the future of Tunisia after President Zayn al-Abidin Ben 'Ali was toppled from power in the so-called "Jasmine Revolution" in January 2011. Issues facing the North African country include its political system, the proposal for national reconciliation, and the efforts to restore order and stability. The possible directions in which the Tunisian society may evolve and the role of Islamists are also noted.

The article reports on the mass protests that took place throughout Tunisia since December 2010, and the prospects for political change in the country. It discusses the socio-economic and political discontent in Tunisia, and the possible general public uprising against the government's repression of all political dissent. The article also examines some positive outcomes of the demonstrations and riots, including the reemergence of trade union activists, efforts to improve the economic conditions of Tunisians, and political reform.

The article discusses the impact of the 2009 presidential and parliamentary elections in Tunisia on the country's political system. It mentions the victory of President Zayn al-Abidin Ben Ali, who has been in power since 1987, earning over 90% of the vote. It indicates the failure of the election campaign to generate excitement and interest among Tunisians. Moreover, it says that country's political condition has been less affected by the increase of the Islamist's radicalism.