Omar Helal

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Egypt arrests entire staff of independent fact-checking outlet Matsadaash

Charged with joining a terrorist group, spreading false news, and terrorist financing; held at Badr 1 Prison on a remand renewed October 27 for another 15 days

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