TUNIS, Tunisia, July 4 (UPI) -- Tunisian President Beji Caid Essebsi declared a state of emergency Saturday following the Islamic State attack that killed 38 tourists at a Sousse resort.
The declaration temporarily gives the government greater authority, extends the powers of the army and police and limits the public's right to assemble. It is unclear if the declaration was made in response to a specific threat or on the recommendation of advisors in response to the June 26 attack.