‘Disgraceful’: Egypt jails activist Douma after article on its prisons
Rights group PEN America says Douma’s ‘case embodies part of an escalating crackdown on writers in Egypt’.

Rights group PEN America says Douma’s ‘case embodies part of an escalating crackdown on writers in Egypt’.








Censorship and unity in the face of the Iranian threat combine to stifle dissent as Israel’s war with Iran drags on.
A press freedom index has given the Americas its lowest ranking since it started recording results six years ago.
Federal Communications Commission faces backlash after comedian Stephen Colbert blamed its rules for scuttled interview.
US late-night show host says CBS pulled interview from Monday’s broadcast over fears it could violate new FCC guidance.

The political streamer discusses bias, bans, wealth, activism and the blurred line between journalism and influencers.

Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda, known for sharing videos from Gaza, says she’s regained access to her TikTok.
Livestreams of Al Jazeera Arabic, Al Jazeera English and Al Jazeera Mubasher blocked in Israel.
Disgruntled TikTok users are flocking to the platform which is promising a ‘transparent tech’ experience.
Officials promise a gradual return of internet connectivity after weeks of deadly protests.
Government orders a sweeping ban on VPNs for two months in the disputed region, citing ‘threats to national security’.