Amnesty International on Tuesday (February 26th) called on Moroccan authorities to suspend the prosecution of journalist Youssef Jajili. The Alaan editor is charged with defamation over a June 22nd article about Industry Minister Abdelkader Amara.
If found guilty, Jajili faces up to one year in jail.
"This is a stark reminder that despite their promised reforms and pledged commitment to upholding freedom of expression, the Moroccan authorities continue to stifle criticism," AI said.
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