Articles by Arabic Network for Human Rights Information (ANHRI)
Twenty-six organisations express grave concern for persecution of human rights defenders
The king, joined by the prime minister and interior minister, issued a sternly worded threat against activists and human rights defenders who have been accused of protesting against the government.
Authorities urged to stop harassing activists calling for transparency in elections
In the run-up to the elections, human rights groups highlight double standards that prevent opposition activists from voicing their opinions.
Activists arrested for demanding democratic reform
Six members of the Muslim Brotherhood were arrested for calling on citizens to sign the seven demands of democratic reform proposed by the National Assembly for Change.
Government blocks dozens of independent news websites
Claiming that “browsing the internet is a waste of work time,” the Jordanian has government blocked more than 40 independent news websites from being seen by civil servants.
Actor acquitted in Facebook libel case
The ruling is supportive of online social networks, which have made it possible for all individuals to exercise their right to express themselves, says ANHRI.
Fifteen people arrested for handing out flyers
The flyers called for citizens to sign a petition for political reform.
IFEX members ANHRI, CIHRS and other groups protest possible imprisonment of activist colleagues
Human rights groups say the only crime their colleagues are being tried for is the poor state of human rights in Egypt.
Three journalists under investigation for publishing articles on corruption
Two journalists are accused of defamation after they exposed financial and administrative corruption at Bu Ateniy Beverages, and a third has been questioned for reporting on allegations of sexual harassment.