“A Jewish man from the Tunisian island of Djerba was reportedly arrested on Sunday after being sentenced to seven years in prison in absentia. This arrest prompted protests from local Jewish residents, who attempted to break into a police station and block roads in response.
The arrest was initially linked to his involvement in the Israel-Hamas conflict, according to some social media reports. However, the Tunisian Jewish Community Authority clarified that the arrest was related to a judicial decision concerning a case involving the burning of a car, which occurred several years ago. They urged the public not to believe rumors circulating online regarding the political nature of the arrest.
Djerba is home to most of Tunisia’s Jewish community, with approximately 2,000 Jews residing there. The island is known for the El Ghriba Synagogue, one of the oldest Jewish synagogues in North Africa.”
(vin news)