Article 19: Tunisia - Blow for Press Freedom as Journalist Haythem El Mekki Sentenced
July 18, 2026
July 18, 2026
LONDON, England, July 18 -- Article 19, an organization that says it propels the freedom of expression movement, posted the following news:
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Tunisia: Blow for press freedom as journalist Haythem El Mekki sentenced
ARTICLE 19 condemns the conviction of journalist Haythem El Mekki under Article 86 of the Telecommunications Code for carrying out his journalistic work. This latest judgement reflects a broader pattern of judicial harassment and the criminal . . .
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Tunisia: Blow for press freedom as journalist Haythem El Mekki sentenced
ARTICLE 19 condemns the conviction of journalist Haythem El Mekki under Article 86 of the Telecommunications Code for carrying out his journalistic work. This latest judgement reflects a broader pattern of judicial harassment and the criminal . . .
