Former Tunisian leader Zine el - Ben Ali says he is being unfairly treated . Ben Ali , who was arrested earlier this year , faces a variety of charges against him . Tunisia 's decision triggered a wave of protests across North Africa and the Middle East .
Former Tunisian leader Zine el Abidine Ben Ali says he is being unfairly discredited . Ben Ali , who was deposed earlier this year , denies a variety of charges against him . Tunisia 's revolt triggered a wave of protests across North Africa and the Middle East .