Detained Tunisian flotilla activists: Worsening health amid family anguish
Summary
Four Tunisian activists, including Wael Naouar, have been held since March on suspicion of financial irregularities related to fundraising for an aid flotilla to Gaza. Wael’s health is worsening, and his family reports his difficult condition and emotional impact on his children. The activists and their lawyers deny any wrongdoing, and their pretrial detention was recently extended.Key Facts
- Wael Naouar and three other activists have been detained since March in Tunisia.
- They are investigated for possible misuse of funds raised for the Global Sumud Flotilla, which aims to deliver aid to Gaza.
- None of the four activists have been found guilty; their lawyers say this continued detention is unfair.
- Wael started a hunger strike on August 16, which lasted 38 days and hurt his health.
- Wael’s family describes his declining physical condition, including dizziness and difficulty controlling his leg.
- His young son and daughter have been emotionally affected by his imprisonment.
- The investigating judge has extended their detention by four months, a decision now challenged by the defense.
- The Tunisian Economic and Financial Judicial Pole is handling the investigation, focusing on financial crimes.
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