The Tunis Court of Appeal has postponed the hearing in the case against journalist Zied El Heni for a second time, as of June 19, 2026. The case centers on accusations of defamation made through social media. A judicial source confirmed the delay to the TAP news agency, specifying the charges relate to online offenses against an individual. No new court date has been announced. This postponement continues a legal process that has drawn attention to press freedom concerns in Tunisia. Further details regarding the reasons for the delay were not immediately available. The case is being closely watched by media organizations and observers of free speech.