Over 20 political opponents have been charged or imprisoned since Saied seized power in 2021 by suspending parliament and rewriting the constitution.

Despite political and economic turmoil, voters approved Saied's constitutional changes in a 2021 referendum with low turnout.

Saied is expected to run in the presidential election, which is likely to take place in September or October.

The National Salvation Front, a coalition of main opposition parties including Ennahdha, has expressed concerns about the fairness of upcoming elections.

They have set conditions for presenting a candidate, including the release of imprisoned politicians, reopening of Ennahdah's headquarters, neutrality and independence of the electoral commission, and restoration of the judicial system's independence.

Ennahdah's headquarters were closed a year ago, and its leader Rached Ghannouchi was sentenced to 15 months in prison on terrorism-related charges.

It's uncertain if these demands will be met, and whether anyone will challenge the coalition in the elections.

Tunisia's President Kais Saied is facing accusations of political motivations behind his recent actions, specifically his ability to appoint members of the electoral authority and magistrates under new constitutional changes.

Tunisia was once praised for its democratic progress following the Arab Spring uprisings in 2011, but the country has struggled economically and is now a significant departure point for migrants attempting to reach Europe by boat.

Critics suggest that these challenges may be driving Saied's power grabs.

The earlier democratic charter in Tunisia was widely admired as a model for the region.