Tunisian Court Hands Down Prison Sentences to Former Tunisair Executives
The criminal chamber of the Tunis Court of First Instance sentenced former Tunisair CEO, Khaled Chelly, to three years in prison on Friday evening. Meanwhile, former union secretary general, Najm Eddine Mezoughi, received a four-year prison sentence.
Background of the Case
The indictment chamber of the Tunis Court of Appeal had previously remanded Khaled Chelly and Najm Eddine Mezoughi into custody, while other defendants were released on bail to appear before the criminal chamber. The two executives are being tried on suspicions of:
- Recruiting employees based on falsified diplomas
- Abuse of public office for personal gain or to benefit others
- Causing harm to the administration The verdict marks a significant development in the case, which has been closely watched in Tunisia. The sentences handed down to the former executives reflect the court's commitment to holding individuals accountable for their actions and ensuring transparency and accountability in the public sector.
