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The UGTT organized a successful general strike and a day of mourning on the 8^th of February in Tunisia, after the assassination of the political leader Chokri Belaid. 1,400,000 people joined the strike, making it a historical day of action for social progress and democracy.

The UGTT is actively fighting for political freedom since the start of the revolution.

For the UGTT “our heroes do not die, they will live in our hearts and in our memories. They are the ones who made ​​this small country, one of the most advanced and emancipated countries in North Africa. Farewell to our friend and brother Chokri! We are loyal to you and your country! ".

The UGTT had also called on the people of Tunisia, the security forces and the army to ensure that the strike would occur peacefully while preserving public and private property so that this movement would not be exploited to serve designs of the enemies of Tunisia who planned the assassination of Chokri Belaid.