Tunisia arrests five over attack near us embassy
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Tunisia Arrests Five Over Attack Near US Embassy
Tunisian authorities have arrested five individuals in connection with an attack near the US embassy in Tunis, the capital city of Tunisia. The attack occurred on Tuesday, with reports suggesting that a group of assailants threw rocks and Molotov cocktails at the embassy's perimeter fence.
According to local media, the arrested individuals are believed to be members of the Islamist group Ansar al-Sharia, which has been linked to several terrorist attacks in the region. The group has been designated as a terrorist organization by the US and other countries.
The attack on the US embassy comes amid heightened tensions in the region, with many countries expressing concern over the growing threat of terrorism and extremism. Tunisia has been a key partner in the US-led fight against ISIS, and the country has suffered several terrorist attacks in recent years.
The arrested individuals are expected to face charges related to terrorism and violence. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine whether the attack was coordinated with other groups or individuals.
Sources:
- Al Jazeera: "Tunisia arrests five over attack near US embassy"
- Reuters: "Tunisia arrests five over attack on US embassy"
- The New York Times: "Tunisia Arrests Five in Connection With Attack on US Embassy"