Tunisian lawyer and political activist Abdennaceur Aouini was sentenced to one year in prison by the Tunis Court of Appeal on July 16, 2026. The sentencing stems from a previous dispute with fellow lawyer Hamadi Baccar, despite Baccar having withdrawn his complaint. Details surrounding the case remain limited, with reports coming from sources close to Aouini. The decision has raised concerns about the politicization of the justice system in Tunisia. This sentencing follows a first instance trial and demonstrates continued legal action against Aouini. The case is appearing in local news outlets, including Business News. It remains unclear what implications the sentence will have on Aouini’s legal practice and political activities.