The criminal chamber specialized in terrorism cases at the Tunis Court of First Instance is examining today, Friday, December 5, 2025, the case of the assassination of engineer and drone expert Mohamed Zouari. The hearing comes nearly nine years after the killing that sparked widespread reactions in Tunisia and abroad. Eleven suspects are involved in the case, all of whom remain at large.
A targeted assassination carried out with precision
The events date back to December 15, 2016, in the city of Sfax, where a small truck blocked the path of the victim’s vehicle in front of his home, before unidentified operatives opened fire on him in a swift and coordinated attack.
According to the forensic report, Zouari was struck by 20 bullets, resulting in his instantaneous death. The attack’s execution suggests high-level planning and a professional operation.
Lingering mysteries and foreign intelligence suspicions
Despite years of investigation, many crucial questions remain unanswered — particularly concerning the mastermind behind the attack, the logistics involved, and the role of potential foreign actors. Multiple sources have pointed to possible involvement of foreign intelligence agencies due to Zouari’s links to the development of drone technologies for the Palestinian resistance.
The absence of the accused individuals continues to complicate judicial efforts, limiting the court’s ability to fully resolve the case and identify all those responsible.
A long wait for justice and truth
The family of Mohamed Zouari, along with public opinion in Tunisia, continues to demand transparency, accountability, and the exposure of the full truth. Today’s hearing is expected to shed more light on the progress of the investigation, as authorities work to bring justice for a high-profile political assassination.
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