Tourists in Djerba are continuing theirt stay in hotels, President of the Djerba-Zarzis Hotel Trade Federation Jalel Henchiri said on Wednesday. Bookings are expected to continue. He stressed the need not to distort facts and focus on police responsiveness. Tourism professionals will continue their preparations for the summer season without being discouraged by this attack. Similar attacks occur on a daily basis across the world. Governor of Médenine Saied Ben Zayed commended the responsiveness shown by police and the military, warding off more losses. A shooting took place near el Ghriba synagogue, Djerba, on Tuesday evening. The death toll rose to five- two pilgrims and three police officers, in addition to the shooter gunned down by police units. Four law enforcement officers and as many civilians sustained injuries.
Source: Agence Tunis Afrique Presse