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Female Journalist Arrested for Corruption Reporting

Female journalist arrested for spreading false news. Had reported on government corruption.

February 18, 2026
Tunisia, MENA

Detailed Description

Female journalist arrested for spreading false news. Had reported on government corruption.

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Ligue Tunisienne des Droits de l'Homme (LTDH)

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Source: Feb 18, 2026

"Female journalist arrested for spreading false news. Had reported on government corruption."

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Classification

Violation Types

ARBITRARY DETENTION
RESTRICTIONS ON PRESS FREEDOM

Rights Impacted

PRESS FREEDOM
FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION

Target Groups

JOURNALISTS
WOMEN

Actor Categories

STATE SECURITY FORCES

Legal Framework

ICCPR ART 19