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Egypt court fines journalist Lina Attalah and orders news site's closure

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Briefings

An Egyptian court imposed a fine on journalist Lina Attalah and ordered the closure of her independent news site, Mada Masr, in October 2026. Amnesty International described this outcome as a significant threat to press freedom in Egypt.

Key points

• The Egyptian court fined journalist Lina Attalah and ordered the closure of her independent news site, Mada Masr, in October 2026.
• Amnesty International characterized the verdict as a 'crushing blow to press freedom' in Egypt.

Context

This case highlights ongoing tensions between Egyptian authorities and independent media, with the court's decision impacting a prominent outlet dedicated to reporting on human rights and political issues.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to Amnesty International's statement; specific details about the fine amount, exact closure date, or reasons for the closure are not provided.

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