Zine El Abidine Ben Ali
F- Birthday
- September 3, 1936
- Age
- 89
- Height
- 0'0" (0 cm)
- Net Worth
- $10M
About
Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, also known as Ben Ali or Ezzine, was a Tunisian politician and military officer who served as the second President of Tunisia from 1987 to 2011. He came to power in a bloodless coup, deposing Habib Bourguiba. During his time as president, Ben Ali implemented economic reforms and suppressed political opposition, leading to accusations of authoritarian rule and human rights abuses. His regime was ultimately overthrown during the Tunisian Revolution in 2011, part of the broader Arab Spring uprisings.
Career Timeline
Seizes Presidential Power
Came to power in a bloodless coup; promised reforms.
Consolidates Authority
Tightened grip on power; suppressed opposition.
Corruption Allegations Surface
Accusations of corruption and nepotism began to grow.
Tunisian Revolution Begins
Mass protests against his rule erupted.
Flees Tunisia
Overthrown by revolution; fled to Saudi Arabia.
Dies in Exile
Passed away in exile, leaving a legacy of authoritarianism.
Symbol of Arab Spring Uprising
His legacy today is as a symbol of authoritarian rule and the Arab Spring uprising that overthrew him.
