Tunisian President sacks PM

Tunisian President Kais Saied has dismissed Prime Minister Ahmed Hachani, appointing Kamel Madouri, the former social affairs minister, as his replacement. This change comes just weeks before the presidential elections scheduled for October 6, amidst rising political tensions and economic challenges in Tunisia. Hachani, who had been in office for just a year, had promoted his government's achievements in a video before his ousting, but Saied provided no reasoning for the decision. Saied, who has faced criticism for consolidating power since his 2021 power grab, is seeking a second term while many potential challengers are being barred from running. The political landscape remains volatile as Saied aims to strengthen his presidency, which has been criticized for limiting parliamentary powers. The abrupt leadership change reflects ongoing instability as the nation approaches the elections.