Riots in Tunisia have spread to the country’s capital, pushing the death toll higher and leaving some European observers to believe the regime's days are numbered. The unrest also touched the Swiss capital, Bern, early on Wednesday, when several fire bombs were hurled at the Tunisian embassy. The devices failed to explode, causing minor damage and no injuries.
A Geneva-based support committee for Tunisians distanced itself from the Bern attack and issued a statement “reaffirming its commitment to a peaceful popular uprising”. Anwar Gharbi, committee coordinator, said daily rallies would be held in Geneva to show solidarity with Tunisian protesters.
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