[02:24.73]In an address broadcast live on state television, Mr. Rouhani pledged his government would work to improve the economy and engage with the world.
[02:33.71]“I have assured you this responsibility would support those people who want change,
[02:42.65]who want a better life away from corruption, poverty and discrimination, people who want more respected dignity and hope in a secure future.
[02:51.59]These are legitimate demands even though it will not be possible to realize them all straight away.”
[02:57.37]World News from the BBC
[03:00.59]Thousands of Tunisians have gathered at a Central Square in the capital Tunis to express their support for the governing Islamist movement Ennahda.
[03:09.08]Members of the opposition intend to hold a protest the same time.
[03:12.51]Ahmed Maher is at the government rally in Kasbah Square.
[03:15.92]The mood here is festive.
[03:18.82]Firework’s been set off lighting the dark sky of Tunis.
[03:23.65]For many of the protesters here this rally is an attempt to recapture the political momentum amid amounting calls of the government to resign.
[03:34.36]Such calls for many of them are an assault of democratic legitimacy.
[03:39.69]Government and opposition supporters in Venezuela are holding two separate marches in protest against corruption in the capital Caracas.