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Its seven years since the so-called Arab Spring revolution erupted, which saw mass protests bring sweeping political change to several countries across the Arab world. In this ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Minute series we’re looking at Tunisia, the North African country where it all began - and where protesters have again taken to the streets in recent weeks. Wafa Zaiane, a Tunisian journalist for the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Arabic Service, explained what has prompted the latest wave of demonstrations. (Photo: Protesters throw stones during demonstrations against rising prices and tax increases, in Tebourba, Tunisia, January 9, 2018. Credit: Reuters/Zoubeir Souissi)