Essebsi Wins Tunisia Presidential Runoff in Exit Polls
Beji Caid Essebsi, an 88 year old former regime official, leads with about 55.5 percent in Sigma Conseil exit polls, defeating Moncef Marzouki as Tunisia concludes a four year transition after the Arab Spring. Voter turnout reaches about 59 percent amid security and regional tensions.
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Israel strikes Gaza after rogue rocket prompts retaliation
Tension remains along the Israel Gaza border as a rogue Palestinian rocket prompts an Israeli airstrike in Gaza the first since an August ceasefire. Israeli officials stress Hamas responsibility, while Hamas warns of escalation. Reconstruction lags, donor funds wait, and southern residents fear renewed violence.
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