Erdogan Informs Tunisian President About the Importance of Parliament's Continuation

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan informed his Tunisian counterpart, Kais Saied, in a phone call on Monday about the importance of the Tunisian parliament continuing its work for the region. This communication follows Saied's suspension of the parliament and dismissal of the prime minister. The Turkish presidency stated that Erdogan "emphasized that the Tunisian parliament... and its continuation despite all challenges is vital for democracy in Tunisia and the region," noting that the parliament's work is "extremely important." The statement also mentioned that "Erdogan pointed out the importance of protecting democracy in Tunisia and ensuring freedoms."