Tunisian lawyers held a nationwide general strike on June 18, 2026, to protest for the independence of the judiciary. The strike was widely observed across the country, indicating strong support for the legal profession’s demands. Details regarding the specific concerns prompting the strike were not immediately available in this report. The protest movement highlights ongoing tensions surrounding the rule of law and political influence within Tunisia’s legal system. This action represents a significant escalation in the lawyers’ campaign for judicial autonomy. Kapitalis was the first to report on this developing situation. Further updates are expected as the strike unfolds and negotiations potentially begin.