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Alaa Abdel-Fattah, Egyptian-British activist, is in the news after Egypt’s president considers his pardon; he’s spent years in prison fighting for democracy.

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Authoritarian Laws Expand Repression

Egypt's new law grants prosecutors unchecked powers, including travel bans and indefinite detention, raising concerns over human rights abuses. Critics warn it legalizes longstanding illegal practices, while regime supporters claim it advances justice. The law's passage follows years of repression under President Sisi, with international bodies condemning its implications.

Egypt Pardons Activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah

On September 22, 2025, Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi granted a presidential pardon to Alaa Abd el-Fattah, a prominent activist and symbol of opposition, releasing him after nearly 12 years in prison. The pardon followed a petition by Egypt's National Council for Human Rights and international pressure, including from the UK government. Abd el-Fattah's family is adjusting to his freedom amid ongoing concerns about political prisoners in Egypt.