Thousands of protesters gathered in Tunis on August 21, 2025, in a rally organized by the Tunisian General Labour Union (UGTT) to defend trade union rights and public freedoms amid growing social tensions. The demonstration, which included a march, called for renewed social negotiations with the government, highlighting demands for wage increases, better pensions, and protection of workers' rights in the face of rising prices and declining purchasing power. The protest followed a government crackdown on the union, including an attack on the UGTT headquarters. Public media outlets were criticized for largely ignoring the event, reflecting concerns about executive control over independent regulators. The situation underscores escalating clashes between the UGTT and President Kais Saied’s administration, with observers warning of a potential social crisis in Tunisia. Meanwhile, the Maghreb Sumud Flotilla launched a fundraising campaign targeting Tunisian citizens to support a mission aimed at breaking the siege on Gaza.