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Detention and allegations against Matsda2sh journalists
Six Matsda2sh journalists face detention and allegations of torture, raising concerns about press freedom in Egypt.
No new coverage since 13 October 2026.
The story so far as of 13 October 2026
On 3 October, conflicting reports emerged regarding the detention of six Matsda2sh journalists, with Al-Masry Al-Youm stating a 15-day detention order was issued, while the EIPR head denied it. On 6 October, the EIPR filed a complaint about alleged torture of the journalists, who were in remand detention. The Interior Ministry denied the torture claims. On 13 October, the Supreme State Security Prosecution renewed the journalists' detention for another 15 days under Case 8083/2026, confirming the extension during a hearing.
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