UN says six Egyptian fact-checking journalists remain in detention

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The UN human rights office says six journalists from Egypt’s Matsadash fact-checking website remain detained. The UN warned that assaults on press freedom by the government are widening.

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Why it matters

The report concerns press freedom and the safety of journalists in Egypt. No direct effect on the United States is identified in the article.

What happens next

The UN statement reports that the journalists remain detained but gives no date for a hearing, release, or other next step.

Whether the journalists are released or face further legal proceedings.

Any additional statements or actions from Egyptian authorities or the UN.