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Soft power rivalry in the Maghreb
When a Moroccan chef calls couscous “as Moroccan as the Atlas Mountains,” an Algerian rival is quick to declare it
Victor Dupont, a 27-year-old French Ph.D. student, returned to Paris Friday after 27 days in Tunisian detention, sparking global condemnation. Arrested Oct. 19 with two other French nationals, Dupont’s case drew international attention due to his non-critical stance toward Tunisia’s government. His arrest fueled concerns over foreigner safety and the erosion of rights under President Kais Saied. Dupont’s release followed intense diplomatic efforts, with supporters welcoming him at Charles de Gaulle Airport.
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