Articles by Maharat Foundation
Journalist detained and questioned for six hours
Intelligence officers wanted Hassan Alleik, a reporter for the “Al-Akhbar” newspaper, to reveal his sources for a recent article that he wrote.
Lebanese journalist killed, another wounded during military confrontation in south Lebanon
Reporter Assaf Bou Rahal, of “Al-Akhbar” newspaper”, and Ali Cheaib, of Al Manar TV, were covering the bombing of the Al Adaysse region.
IFEX-TMG appeals to Tunisia’s partners to save the life of ailing journalist in prison
The IFEX-TMG strongly condemns the 15 July arrest of journalist Fahem Boukaddous, who is in poor health, and calls on Tunisia’s partners to speak out to help save his life.
IFEX-TMG condemns jail term handed to journalist Fahem Boukaddous
The IFEX-TMG urges authorities to end to the “shameful use of the judiciary to stifle free expression and punish critical journalists” follow ing confirmation of a four-year sentence for Fahem Boukaddous.
Journalists assaulted by police
The group of journalists was assaulted by police personnel while they were covering a forcible evacuation of people from their homes.
Maharat Foundation calls for release of three young men detained over Facebook comments
The detentions stem from comments the men posted about allegations of electoral interference by the president during municipal elections in May.
Thirty IFEX members and 38 other organisations call on government to stop politically-motivated prosecutions of journalists
Independent journalists, including Taoufik Bouachrine and Ali Amar, are increasingly being targeted by the authorities.
IFEX-TMG condemns adoption of new law against government critics
The IFEX-TMG, a coalition of 20 IFEX members, condemns the Tunisian Chamber of Deputies’ adoption of a new law hastily tailored to stifle freedom of expression both inside and outside the country.