In Tunisia, at least 35 people have died in recent days as a result of clashes with police during protests. The International Federation for Human Rights says the death toll may be as high as 50. On Monday, the Tunisian Education Ministry closed the country’s schools and universities indefinitely. Youth unemployment has been a motivating factor in the protests, as well as government censorship. Tunisian President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, who has described the protests as “terrorist acts,” has promised to create 300,000 jobs. Critics of Ben Ali remain skeptical, however, suggesting that the president is making empty promises.