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Egypt· CairoMada Masr Editor-in-Chief Lina Attalah fined and convicted in Egypt
Lina Attalah, Editor-in-Chief of Mada Masr, was fined LE3 million and convicted for managing an unlicensed website in Egypt, leading to her custody.
Background
Egypt has seen a narrowing of space for independent media and critical reporting in recent years. Authorities have implemented strict regulations on online publications, leading to the blocking of numerous websites and the prosecution of journalists. This trend raises concerns about freedom of the press and access to information.
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Mada Masr Editor-in-Chief fined and convicted
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Reporting on the legal conviction and sentencing of a media editor for operating an unlicensed website.
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