Egyptian authorities arrest six journalists tied to an independent online media outlet, accusing them of belonging to the outlawed Muslim Brotherhood and of producing fabricated news.

The Independent reports that the journalists are held over claims they worked as part of the editorial team and allegedly produced misleading content in exchange for foreign funding. ABC News similarly describes the case as authorities arresting the entire editorial team of the site and making accusations of Muslim Brotherhood affiliation.

Both outlets frame the arrests as part of Egypt’s broader crackdown on perceived Islamist organizations and independent media. While the reports agree on the number of journalists, their role within the outlet, and the central allegations, they provide limited additional details beyond the claims of membership and fabrication tied to external support.