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Tunisia: Dozens of Salafist prisoners on hunger strike

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In Tunisia, two jailed Salafists recently died after going on hunger strike. Now dozens of other prisoners are refusing food in protest at their detention. Meanwhile, in Libya, more and more women are calling for a say in the country's political future. Finally, we turn to Paris for a look at a film festival where the spotlight is on issues inspiring North African directors.

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