Egypt questions former BBC Arabic journalist

Egypt questions former BBC Arabic journalist
Egyptian journalist Rasha Qandil (FILE). Photo: African Insider

Egyptian prosecutors released journalist Rasha Qandil on bail after questioning her over alleged dissemination of false information, AFP reports. A former BBC Arabic presenter and wife of jailed opposition politician Ahmed al-Tantawi, Qandil was accused based on social media activity. Her case highlights continued pressure on dissent under President Sisi's administration.

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