Egypt's Supreme Media Council, led by Khaled Abdel Aziz, has issued a package of decisions and procedures to protect citizens' private lives and prevent the exploitation of family disputes and crises in media content. This move aims to regulate media performance and consolidate commitment to professional and ethical standards. The council has obligated media institutions and digital platforms to refrain from publishing or circulating content that discusses citizens' family disputes or personal secrets.
The Supreme Media Council has decided to ban Hossam Hassan, the technical director of the Egyptian national football team, from appearing in all media outlets subject to the Press and Media Regulation Law No. 180 of 2018, effective immediately. The council will also summon legal representatives of several websites for hearings due to violating controls on respecting and honoring citizens' private lives.
The council has announced that it will take strict legal measures, in accordance with the list of penalties, against those who violate the decision to protect privacy or repeatedly publish and circulate news related to the facts mentioned in the statement. The council has also reaffirmed its decision to ban Dan Adam from appearing in all media outlets subject to Law No. 180 of 2018.
The Supreme Media Council has emphasized the importance of media commitment to the decision to ban publishing or making available content related to family disputes and personal secrets. The council has warned that any violations will be faced with legal procedures and penalties stipulated in the regulations organizing media work.
The council has clarified that the primary role of the media is to spread awareness and knowledge and serve society, not to turn screens and electronic platforms into arenas for settling personal accounts or exchanging accusations and disputes. The council has pointed out that resolving personal disputes and issues of contention remains within the competence of investigative bodies and the judiciary.
Regarding the sports system, the council has stressed the importance of maintaining the stability of the national team and providing suitable conditions for the technical staff led by Hossam Hassan. This will enable them to perform their duties and focus on preparing for upcoming sports obligations, away from any disputes or disagreements that may negatively affect Egyptian sports and national interest.
The Supreme Media Council's decisions aim to maintain the integrity of the media and protect citizens' private lives. The council's measures are in line with its role in regulating the media and ensuring that it adheres to professional and ethical standards. The decisions also reflect the council's commitment to upholding the law and protecting the rights of individuals and institutions.
Key points
- The Supreme Media Council has banned Hossam Hassan from media appearances and taken measures against media outlets violating citizens' private lives.
- The council has emphasized the importance of media commitment to protecting citizens' private lives and warned of legal consequences for violators.
- The decisions aim to maintain the stability of the national team and protect Egyptian sports and national interest.
