Tunis, Tunisia – Tunisian President Kais Saied fired Religious Affairs Minister Brahim Chaibi on Friday, facing mounting criticism following the deaths of dozens of Tunisian pilgrims during the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.
At least 49 Tunisians have perished due to the scorching Saudi Arabian heat during the Hajj this week. The tragedy has left families heartbroken, with some still searching for missing loved ones.
The president’s office did not elaborate on the specific reasons behind Chaibi’s dismissal, but the timing suggests a connection to the Hajj deaths. This incident has sparked public outrage in Tunisia, raising questions about the government’s handling of the pilgrimage and its responsibility towards the wellbeing of its citizens abroad.
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