The Egyptian Interior Ministry announced on October 1, 2026, that it had uncovered a social media platform called 'Matsaddqsh', allegedly operated by the Muslim Brotherhood's media committee. According to the ministry, the platform was used to spread false news and distort facts. The discovery was made after monitoring online activities and conducting investigations.
The 'Matsaddqsh' platform was reportedly operated from outside Egypt by a fugitive Muslim Brotherhood member, Abd al-Rahman Shukri Ali Abd al-Jalil Mansour. Mansour, also known as the founder of the 'Kullana Khalid Said' page, was previously identified as a Muslim Brotherhood member by the late Brotherhood leader, Essam El-Erian.
The Interior Ministry stated that six members of the media committee responsible for managing the 'Matsaddqsh' platform were arrested. Among them was a journalist registered with the Egyptian Journalists' Syndicate, while the others were not registered. The arrested individuals were accused of preparing and sending false news to Mansour for publication on the platform in exchange for financial compensation from abroad.
The 'Matsaddqsh' platform was found to be part of the Muslim Brotherhood's media efforts, aimed at spreading misinformation and propaganda. The Egyptian authorities have been actively working to counter such online activities, which they believe pose a threat to national security and social stability.
The case highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Egypt in regulating online content and preventing the spread of false information. The use of social media platforms and online tools has become a critical aspect of modern life, making it increasingly important to verify the accuracy of information shared online.
The Egyptian Journalists' Syndicate was informed about the arrest of the registered journalist, and necessary legal actions were taken. The Interior Ministry's efforts to uncover and disrupt the 'Matsaddqsh' platform demonstrate the government's commitment to addressing the issue of online misinformation.
The revelation of the 'Matsaddqsh' platform and its connections to the Muslim Brotherhood comes at a time when online information sources and verification mechanisms are under increased scrutiny. The incident underscores the need for effective strategies to combat the spread of false information and promote media literacy in the digital age.
Key points
- The Egyptian Interior Ministry uncovered a social media platform 'Matsaddqsh' linked to the Muslim Brotherhood, used for spreading false news and manipulated facts.
- Six members of the platform's media committee were arrested, including a registered journalist.
- The platform was operated from abroad by a fugitive Muslim Brotherhood member, Abd al-Rahman Shukri Ali Abd al-Jalil Mansour.
