A resolution recognizing Tunisia's leadership in the Arab Spring and expressing support for upholding its democratic principles and norms.

This resolution acknowledges Tunisia's pivotal role as the birthplace of the Arab Spring movement and commends the Tunisian people for their significant democratic achievements following the revolution, including the adoption of a new constitution in 2014 that enshrined equal rights and freedoms, and the country's first genuinely free and fair presidential election. These initial steps marked a hopeful transition to democracy, recognized globally. However, the resolution expresses profound concern regarding the dramatic reversal of these democratic gains , particularly since 2021, when President Saied unilaterally seized power. He suspended Parliament, undermined judicial and electoral independence, and consolidated authority through a new constitution approved with low turnout and criticism, leading to a significant decline in public confidence and voter participation. The Senate highlights an escalation in politically motivated arrests of opponents, judges, lawyers, and journalists, citing recent mass convictions in April 2025 following a trial marred by due process issues. These actions dramatically undermine and threaten Tunisia's nascent democratic institutions. Therefore, the resolution urges the Government of Tunisia to immediately release all political prisoners , respect fundamental rights such as peaceful assembly and expression, and restore the independence of electoral, judicial, and anti-corruption bodies. It also supports the Tunisian people's right to peaceful demonstration and calls upon the Trump Administration to sanction Tunisian officials involved in the repression of democratic activities.