A look at Tunisia in the wake of Sousse attacks

The video discusses the 2015 Sousse attack in Tunisia, where terrorists linked to the Islamic State killed 38 people, including 30 British tourists. The attack had a devastating impact on Tunisia's tourism and economy. Investigations revealed a lack of planning by security forces, and the government has since improved security measures. Despite the attack, Tunisia's fledgling democracy remains a relative success story in the region. The video also compares the Sousse attack to other global terrorist incidents and highlights the potential for increased extremist recruitment if the economy does not recover.

What was a significant factor contributing to the high number of casualties during the Sousse attack?

• The beach was deserted.

• Security forces took a long time to arrive.

• The attack happened at night.

• The terrorists were heavily armed.

How did the Tunisian government respond to the criticism of their security measures?

• They promised to improve security.

• They denied any mistakes were made.

• They increased military presence on the beaches.

• They blamed other countries for similar issues.

What was the impact of the Sousse attack on tourism in Tunisia?

• Tourism shifted to other regions in Tunisia.

• There was no significant change in tourism.

• Tourism increased due to curiosity.

• Tourism declined sharply, affecting the economy.

How did the Sousse attack affect the hotel industry in the region?

• Hotels were unaffected by the attack.

• Hotels expanded to accommodate more tourists.

• Many hotels had to close down.

• Hotels increased their prices.

What is a potential consequence if Tunisia's economy does not recover from the impact of terrorism?

• Higher rates of extremist recruitment.

• A decrease in international aid.

• Increased foreign investment.

• A boom in the tourism industry.