The decision to incarcerate a female politician, the leader of a legitimate political party, is utterly inexplicable—except for the possibility that … - Khalida Toumi

In my view, citizens must understand that this poses a threat to everyone. It sets a dangerous precedent, implying that anyone who refuses to conform risks arrest. But what exactly did Louisa Hanoune do? She simply fulfilled her responsibilities as an activist and political party leader to the fullest. Her arrest was solely for exercising her political rights and performing her duties.

This concept reflects a troubling shift towards totalitarianism, posing a serious threat to the entire nation. Those responsible for incarcerating Louisa Hanoune must reconsider their actions, as her arrest is not only harmful to the country but also damages the reputation of the ANP.

The arrest of Louisa Hanoune does not tarnish her reputation—not in the slightest. Instead, it discredits those who imprisoned her and, by extension, the military institution, for which I hold the utmost respect. Her arrest occurred at the level of the military tribunal, yet I am confident the ANP as an institution is not responsible for this serious misstep, which involves detaining a political leader for fulfilling her duties. Do the individuals behind this unfortunate decision realize they are implicating the entire military institution? This is deeply unjust—not only to Louisa but also to the ANP and the nation as a whole. To correct this triple injustice, Louisa Hanoune must be released immediately.