Criminal Court
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NewsFiyaz and Hassan plead not guilty to Qazf
Adhadhu CEO Hussain Fiyaz and Editor Hassan Mohamed pleaded not guilty to Qazf charges during a closed trial. The charges stem from a documentary alleging sexual misconduct by President Muizzu. Both men face potential jail time and lashing, while other journalists from the outlet have already faced imprisonment for reporting on the case.
NewsPress freedom protesters released after 15 days
Mohamed Shamin and Ali Mushaffau have been released after 15 days in custody following their arrest during a press freedom protest. Their release marks the end of detentions for all individuals involved in the demonstrations. This follows the recent release of the two journalists whose initial arrests sparked the protests.
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Closed-door Qazf hearing for Adhadhu editor Hassan on June 8
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Court orders closure of Fuvahmulah "drug cafe"
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Police accused of holding political detainees despite orders
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Govt spokesperson distorts facts over jailing of journalists
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High Court accepts appeals of Adhadhu journalists
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The power of the pen and the voice cannot be defeated in a prison
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STO employee dismissed for discussing "Aisha" documentary
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High Court accepts appeal against gag order on documentary
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Refusal to review appeal of gag order submitted to judges' bench
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Court petition seeks contempt rulings against former Presidents
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Two political detainees remanded for 15 days
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Adhadhu CEO Fiyaz appeals gag order on documentary
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High Court rejects appeal over broad gag order
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Jailed Adhadhu journalist placed in solitary confinement
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MP Abbas criticises judiciary over selective action
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MJA petitions UN over arbitrary detention of journalists
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Journalists request stay order on execution of jail terms
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