Jordan: Journalists Jailed for Website Posting

Email Jordanian authorities arrested the publisher and chief editor of the Jafra News website on September 17, 2013, for “disturbing relations with a foreign state.” The website had posted a YouTube video allegedly showing a Qatari prince sitting, dancing, and showering with a several women. (Beirut) – Jordanian authorities arrested the publisher and chief editor of the Jafra News website on September 17, 2013, for “disturbing relations with a foreign state.” The website had posted a YouTube video allegedly showing a Qatari prince sitting, dancing, and showering with…

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