Trial of Former Minister of State Domains & Land Affairs, Former International Player, and Other Defendants Postponed to March
Date: Thursday, 19 February 2026
Source: Criminal Chamber specialized in financial corruption cases, Court of First Instance of Tunis
The criminal chamber handling financial‑corruption matters at the Court of First Instance in Tunis announced that the trial of the former Minister of State Domains and Land Affairs, a former international footballer, and several other defendants has been postponed to next March.
Why the case matters
The proceedings concern suspected financial and administrative corruption involving a mix of public officials and private individuals.
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During the hearing:
- The former minister and the former player appeared before the court.
- The remaining defendants were absent.
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Next steps: The trial will resume during the next scheduled session in March 2026.
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Keywords: Tunis court, financial corruption trial, former minister, former international player, trial postponed, March 2026, state domains, land affairs, UTICA, Jendouba
