Toxic Struggle: Gabes Residents Fight for Breath Amidst Pollution Crisis

Gabes, once an ecological gem in Tunisia, faces severe degradation due to a state-run phosphates plant. Pollution has sparked health crises and public protests, becoming a major challenge for President Kais Saied. Despite government pledges for rehabilitation, locals continue to demand immediate action for cleaner air and water.

In Gabes, Tunisia, a grim environmental crisis unfolds as pollution from a phosphates processing plant stains the waters and air. The ecological jewel of the past is now a toxic wasteland, plagued by health issues and public protests.

Rising anger over pollution from the state-run plant has emerged as a significant hurdle for President Kais Saied. Residents, driven to desperation by the unbearable conditions, are demanding immediate measures to curb the destruction.

A recent audit highlighted the plant's failures, while authorities promise rehabilitation. However, the community continues its fight for survival, insisting on concrete action to restore the town's ecological and social health.

(With inputs from agencies.)