Tunisia: Increased security likely after shooting kills one Tunisian soldier in Remada, June 26

Tunisian authorities will likely maintain heightened security measures in Remada, Tataouine Governorate, after a shooting incident killed one soldier, June 26. The incident occurred while a military unit was on a security patrol. Authorities have yet to release further details about the incident. Remada is home to a military base and is located 45 km (28 miles) from the Tunisian-Libyan border.

Authorities may establish security cordons and checkpoints to apprehend the perpetrators, which will likely prompt localized transport and business disruptions in the impacted area over the coming hours.