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CSW-2026-0036
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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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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