Journalists' Syndicate

Force in Play

Filed torture complaint with prosecutors; one detainee is a member

Egypt's Supreme State Security Prosecution renewed the detention of all six Matsadaash journalists for another 15 days on October 27, according to Al Manassa. The hearing was held by video link, and Eman Ouf, a board member of the Egyptian Journalists Syndicate, confirmed the remote setup. Five journalists are held at Badr 1 Prison; Mohamed Ashraf Abu Emeira is at the 10th of Ramadan 4 facility.

Updated Nov 1