Tunisian President Qais Saied stated that "the state alone is responsible for enforcing the law and protecting security," emphasizing that "Tunisia has worked and is working to provide humanitarian support to migrants who are victims of a global system and victims of human trafficking networks." During his visit to the governorate of Sfax, the president pointed out that "Tunis, proud of its African affiliation, is also keen on enforcing the law on everyone and will not allow anyone to carry out their undeclared plans, nor will it accept intimidating citizens." Saied's visit to Sfax, which is the capital of southern Tunisia, comes as the country prepares for presidential elections next October.