Download - TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)
![Page 1: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
Tunisia Security Update
www.tunisiasecurityupdate.com
![Page 2: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
➢ Date: Friday, June 26th, 2015➢ Location: Sousse, Tunisia
➢ Incident: ★ Gunman opened fire and killed
38 tourists, mainly Britons.★ Worst terrorist incident in the
country’s history.
Sousse Attack
![Page 3: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
Current Situation…10 July 2015What’s going on in Tunisia?
Threats
Vulnerabilities
![Page 4: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
T H R E A T S
![Page 5: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
State of Emergency
On July 4th, Tunisian President Essebsi declared a state of emergency across the country.
![Page 6: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
State of Emergency-Overview
● Tunisia declares war against terrorism
● Announces limitations on freedom of movement & gathering,
● Grants the government the right to close down places of business and requisition goods.
![Page 7: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
State of Emergency-Impact
➔ Empowers Tunisian Security Forces to deal with the threat of attacks.
HOW?★ Restriction on movement
stop militants’ freedom to operate
★ Closing down places that support militants.
![Page 8: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
State of Emergency-IMPACT
● Increase arrests of suspected militants and supporters.
● Broadening the counter-militancy military operations.
![Page 9: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
V U L N E R A B I L I T I E S
● New measures will likely result in demonstrations and civil unrest.
● NOTE: Demonstrations have the potential to devolve into violence, especially in light of the emergency laws that restrict the freedom of gathering.
![Page 10: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
Security Awareness-
Points to Consider
★ The Foreign Office is advising against all non-essential travel to Tunisia.
★ If you travel to the interior of Tunisia, you should do so with a reputable tour guide.
★ Take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling.
![Page 11: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
![Page 12: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
![Page 13: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
Staying Informed
Get Connected: Make sure you are receiving updates either from your embassy or another trusted source.
Subscribe to the Tunisia Security Update Blog
![Page 14: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
Recap...
★ Tunisia will continue to face security challenges.
★ Further terrorist attacks are highly likely.★ Tourists/Expats have to exercise a high
degree of security awareness.★ Travel to Tunisia may continue with the right
level of planning and awareness.
![Page 15: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
Resources...Click on the Links
● Canadian Embassy-Tunisia Security Info
● FCO Tunisia travel advice
● American Embassy Tunis
● Tunisia-Live for news updates
![Page 16: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
![Page 17: TSU-After Sousse (Security Brief)](https://reader035.vdocuments.site/reader035/viewer/2022062308/55c2a2b9bb61eb91358b483c/html5/thumbnails/17.jpg)
www.tunisiasecurityupdate.com