Chokri Belaid

Tunisian politician and lawyer

Chokri Belaid - Leaders & Politicians born 1964
Born

1964
62 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Tunisia

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Engaged in Tunisian politics, advocated for social justice and democratic reforms. Participated in the National Constituent Assembly following the 2011 Tunisian Revolution. Served as the leader of the Democratic Patriot Movement. He was a vocal critic of the ruling Ennahda party, emphasizing secularism and civil rights. His assassination in 2013 sparked widespread protests across the country, intensifying discussions around political violence and national security.

Leadership of the Democratic Patriot Movement

Criticism of the Ennahda party

Assassination that led to national protests

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