Lina Attalah faces trial in Egypt

Lina Attalah, editor-in-chief of Mada Masr, an independent Egyptian media outlet, has been ordered to stand trial. The case comes amid growing pressure on independent journalism in Egypt, with recent legal actions against other media figures.

Legal pretext for the trial

The trial is based on the absence of a license for Mada Masr's website, despite the outlet having applied for one since 2023 and waiting for a response. During her interrogation, prosecutors reviewed the outlet's journalistic work, including its coverage of recent prison protests.

Support for Attalah grows

A support petition for Lina Attalah is open for signatures from media and civil society groups, with a deadline of 3 p.m. today. The network of independent Arab media has pledged its backing, highlighting the broader threat to press freedom in the region.

French MP faces terrorism charges

Rima Hassan, a member of the French parliament and part of the La France insoumise party, is on trial for alleged apologia for terrorism. The charges bypass her parliamentary immunity and involve multiple civil parties, including Jewish organizations.

Prosecution seeks prison term

The Paris prosecutor has requested a ten-month suspended prison sentence and two years of ineligibility for Rima Hassan. The court will deliver its verdict on November 30, with the case drawing significant attention in France.

Yemen's conflict analyzed in new episode

A new episode of Horizons XXI on the independent media outlet Au Poste explores the evolution of Yemen's conflict, tracing its shift from a national issue to a regional war. The episode features experts analyzing the complex dynamics of the crisis.

Expert insights on Yemen

The episode includes interviews with Khaled Al-Khaled, a Franco-Yemeni expert on Yemen, and Laurent Bonnefoy, a researcher specializing in the Arabian Peninsula. They discuss the historical and cultural context of the conflict, which has drawn international attention.

Yemen episode broadcast online

The Horizons XXI episode on Yemen was broadcast live on October 21, 2026, on Au Poste. The show is part of a monthly series by Orient XXI and Afrique XXI, focusing on news and history from the Arab and African worlds.

Afrique XXI highlights Ethiopia-Haiti link

Afrique XXI features an article examining the historical ties between Ethiopia and Haiti, tracing their roles in the development of pan-Africanism. The piece highlights the often-overlooked contributions of these nations to the movement.

Gaza diary questions Western demands

In a diary entry for Orient XXI, Rami Abou Jamous critiques Western calls for Palestinian legislative elections amid the ongoing genocide in Gaza. He argues that such demands ignore the immediate humanitarian crisis in the region.

Morocco's hidden debt crisis

An article in Afrique XXI discusses Morocco's financial practices, including the leasing of public buildings to raise funds and conceal rising debt. The central bank has announced plans to end this practice by 2028.

Syria researcher returns to Damascus

Cécile Boëx, a researcher who lost access to Syria during the war, has returned to the country. Her work, Retrouver Damas, reflects on the emotional and hopeful aspects of her return to the capital after years of absence.

Palestinian author critiques Western media

Mohammed El-Kurd's new book critiques Western media's portrayal of Palestinians as "perfect victims." He calls for a decolonization of thought and a more direct engagement with Palestinian voices and perspectives.

Israeli Supreme Court's controversial move

An article in Orient XXI examines the Israeli Supreme Court's decision to delay ruling on a candidate's eligibility for the legislative elections. The move has raised concerns about the judiciary's role in political processes.

Moroccan youth movement faces repression

A year after the launch of Morocco's Generation Z movement, activists report ongoing repression, including delayed trials and the detention of minors without charges. The movement's initial momentum has waned amid continued government crackdowns.

Israeli massacre of Qibya revisited

An article in Orient XXI revisits the 1953 Israeli incursion into the Palestinian village of Qibya, highlighting the historical denial and manipulation of facts that have shaped subsequent conflicts in the region.

Iran's war narrative shifts

An analysis in Orient XXI discusses the evolving U.S. strategy toward Iran, noting a shift from initial war goals to a long-term crisis. The article explores the influence of neoconservatives in shaping the narrative of a "clash of civilizations."

French media highlights Palestinian literature

A review in Orient XXI examines a new Palestinian book by Sabrin Hasbun, focusing on the overlooked experiences of Palestinians in Italian literature. The work explores themes of identity and memory in the context of colonial history.

Israeli military actions in Gaza

Rami Abou Jamous's diary entry for Orient XXI describes the ongoing devastation in Gaza, emphasizing the suffering of its people and the broader impact of the conflict on Palestinian society.

Italian media critiques Western policies

An Italian-language article in Orient XXI denounces Western pressure on Palestine to hold elections amid the genocide in Gaza. The piece calls for a reevaluation of priorities in the international response to the conflict.

Palestinian author's literary contribution

An Italian article highlights the work of Sabrin Hasbun, a Palestinian author whose book explores the intersection of personal and collective memory in the context of the Palestinian experience.

Moroccan youth movement's first anniversary

A Moroccan article in Orient XXI reflects on the first anniversary of the Generation Z movement, noting the decline in public protests but the persistence of government repression and legal challenges.