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Moroccan intelligence uses surveillance to ‘silence’ journalists: Amnesty

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Al Jazeera

What happened

Probe finds spyware, hidden microphones and infected phones used to surveil journalists, activists, rights defenders.

Key facts

  • Reported by Al Jazeera and published Thu, 01 Oct 2026 15:04:21 UTC.

Why it matters

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  • Official statements or denials from the governments named
  • Whether other major newsrooms confirm the same details
  • Any follow-up decision, vote or deadline tied to the event

Coverage timeline

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  1. Moroccan intelligence uses surveillance to ‘silence’ journalists: Amnesty

  2. Iran accused of blocking SIM cards, digital access to silence dissent

Sources

The original report was published by Al Jazeera. WorldPing does not claim that reporting — this page summarises and contextualises it.

Read the full report at Al Jazeera

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