United Nations Expert Arrested in Tunisia for Using an RTL-SDR

Dr. Moncef Kartas is a member of a UN panel of experts investigating violations of the UN arms embargo on Libya. As Kartas’ business in Tunisia was to present his findings on the arms embargo violations, other experts believe that the arrest is politically motivated, and that ownership of the RTL-SDR for espionage is simply being used as an excuse. As Kartas holds UN diplomatic immunity, and as Tunisia is a member of the UN, the arrest and detainment is seen as illegal.

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