Morocco: Espionage Case Against Outspoken Journalist

Washington — Omar Radi Abusively Jailed on Charges That Seem Flimsy, Political

Moroccan authorities have jailed an outspoken journalist and activist, Omar Radi, on espionage and other charges that seem backed by scant evidence, Human Rights Watch said today. His judicial investigation, scheduled to begin on September 22, 2020, raises concerns that authorities are abusing the justice system to silence one of the few remaining critical voices in Moroccan media.

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