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EgyptEgypt's Media Crackdown and Mada Masr Conviction
Egypt is escalating a crackdown on independent media, with the editor-in-chief of Mada Masr convicted and the outlet ordered to close.
Background
Egypt has faced international criticism for its human rights record, including restrictions on freedom of expression and the press. The government has increasingly targeted independent media outlets and journalists, leading to arrests, closures, and convictions. This trend is part of a broader effort to control information and suppress dissent.
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