France seizes ex-Tunisia leader Ben Ali's 'family jet'

The French authorities have seized a private jet said to belong to the family of ousted Tunisian President Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali.

It comes after three French NGOs filed a legal case against Mr Ben Ali over allegations of corruption.

Mr Ben Ali and his family built up significant assets during his 23 years in power.

On Monday, EU foreign ministers agreed to freeze his assets in response to a request by Tunisia. More...

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