Several Tunisian traders protested outside the Bengardane municipality headquarters, located near the Libyan border in southern Tunisia, to voice their frustration over the ongoing suspension of their primary commercial activities. The protestors are angry about the tightening of goods movement by Libyan authorities, which has severely disrupted cross-border trade. He emphasized that the halt in trade, which began last March, has plunged many in Bengardane and other nearby towns into severe economic hardship. Since March, Libyan authorities have banned Tunisian travelers—particularly those driving cars—from transporting goods into Tunisia. This action is part of Libya’s broader campaign against smuggling, which has been detrimental to its own economy.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 13, 2024 21:06 UTC