Egyptian Bar Association Files Complaints Against Social Media Accounts Over Rumors and Insults

The Egyptian Bar Association has filed complaints with authorities against websites and social media accounts accused of spreading false information and insults targeting the association.

• The Bar Association announced it submitted complaints to competent authorities against several online pages, including Mohamed Salah al-Azzab's page, over alleged false information and insults.
• The association said the step followed monitoring of posts that contained false claims and insults harming the association's reputation.
• The association stated it respects freedom of expression but emphasized that it does not permit spreading rumors or false information.
• The Bar Association warned it will pursue legal action against anyone proven to have insulted the association or misled public opinion.