A proposal for tougher penalties for rape and an end to reduced sentences for 'honor killings' in Egypt.

Concerns about media freedom in Egypt, with a journalist fined and a news website ordered to close.

The European Union is calling on Egypt to uphold essential media rights and protect independent outlets.

The EU is calling on Egypt to uphold media freedom and protect independent outlets after legal actions against journalists and news sites.

International organizations and individuals condemn the crackdown on Mada Masr and the detention of Lina Attalah, calling for the protection of independent media in Egypt.

The Egyptian government is accused of suppressing independent journalism and consolidating control over information channels.

Organizations and international bodies condemn the shutdown of Mada Masr and the detention of its editor, calling for the protection of independent media.

The Egyptian state is asserting control by shutting down media outlets and detaining journalists, with some suggesting this is part of a broader pattern of repression.

Egypt's President Sisi is accused of crushing independent journalism, with legal actions against editors and website closures.

An editor of an independent Egyptian news site was detained for several hours after being convicted for operating without a license.

There is criticism of President Sisi's model of state capitalism and his government's reliance on mass state violence and foreign support to maintain control.

Organizations and international bodies condemn the Egyptian government's actions against Mada Masr and Lina Attalah, emphasizing the importance of independent media.