December 17
2010
The First Arab Spring Starts
The Arab Spring began in Tunisia on December 17, 2010, ignited by Mohamed Bouazizi's protest through self-immolation, leading to widespread uprisings and the toppling of President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali. Read more
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