Incidents

Documented civic space violations across the MENA region. Each incident is AI-extracted and human-verified for accuracy.

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Critical
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CSW-2026-0001

UN Experts Warn of Systematic Refugee and Migrant Violations in Egypt

Seven UN human rights experts expressed deep concern over unprecedented escalation of arbitrary arrests and unlawful deportations against refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants in Egypt. The experts highlighted sharp rise in arrests and deportations based on lacking residency permits, despite many being registered with UNHCR.

March 10, 2026Egypt
ARBITRARY DETENTIONDISCRIMINATIONREFUGEESMIGRANTS
Moderate
Verified
CSW-2026-0005

Death Sentence Against Three Defendants Condemned by Rights Groups

EIPR condemns the death sentence issued against three defendants in a case involving the killing of a police officer. The organization calls for a moratorium on the death penalty.

February 20, 2026Egypt
DEATH PENALTYDEFENDANTS
Critical
Verified
CSW-2026-0006

Independent Investigation Demanded into Prison Death

EIPR calls for independent investigation into death of detainee in custody. Signs of torture documented on body.

February 18, 2026Egypt
TORTUREARBITRARY DETENTIONDETAINEES
Moderate
Verified
CSW-2026-0002

Hotels in Egypt Systematically Discriminate Against Women Seeking Accommodation

Multiple hotels in Egypt, particularly those licensed by local authorities, have refused to book rooms for women staying alone. EIPR and New Woman Foundation documented cases including journalist Alaa Saad being refused accommodation in Port Said, highlighting absence of clear anti-discrimination legislation.

February 17, 2026Egypt
DISCRIMINATIONGENDER BASED VIOLENCEWOMENJOURNALISTS
Moderate
Verified
CSW-2026-0007

Attacks on Journalists Covering Economic Protests

Multiple attacks documented on journalists covering economic protests. Security forces and unidentified assailants targeted reporters.

February 15, 2026Egypt
ATTACKS ON JOURNALISTSRESTRICTIONS ON FREEDOM OF EXPRESSIONJOURNALISTS
Moderate
Verified
CSW-2026-0008

NGO Registration Renewal Denied for Rights Organization

Authorities denied registration renewal for human rights organization citing vague security concerns. Group operated legally for over a decade.

February 12, 2026Egypt
NGO RESTRICTIONSNGOS
Critical
Verified
CSW-2026-0009

Defense Lawyer Arbitrarily Detained After Court Session

Defense lawyer arbitrarily detained after representing clients in political case. Seized outside courthouse.

February 10, 2026Egypt
ARBITRARY DETENTIONJUDICIAL HARASSMENTLAWYERS
Critical
Verified
CSW-2026-0010

Supreme State Security Renews Detention Without Evidence

Supreme State Security Prosecution renewed detention of political activist for 15 days. No evidence presented in Case 440/2024.

February 8, 2026Egypt
ARBITRARY DETENTIONPROLONGED PRETRIAL DETENTIONPOLITICAL ACTIVISTS
Moderate
Verified
CSW-2026-0011

Forced Disappearance of Student Documented

Student disappeared after being seized by security forces. Family not informed of whereabouts.

February 5, 2026Egypt
FORCED DISAPPEARANCESTUDENTS
Severe
Verified
CSW-2026-0012

Trade Union Leader Summoned for Peaceful Strike Activities

Trade union leader summoned by National Security regarding peaceful strike activities. Released on bail.

February 3, 2026Egypt
JUDICIAL HARASSMENTTRADE UNIONISTS