Tunisia insect protein plant torched after protester death; project halted

A nearly completed insect protein plant near Tunis was set on fire in late October following weeks of protests and the death of a protester. The project, partly funded by French investors, has been halted. The incident reflects local tensions over foreign investment and environmental concerns, with violence marking a significant escalation.

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