Ahmad Jabr Archives - Committee to Protect Journalists

Kuwait shuts down two outlets after revoking CEO’s citizenship

February 23, 2015 2:41 PM EST

Kuwaiti authorities withdrew the licenses of a TV station and daily newspaper in July 2014 after revoking the citizenship of the outlets’ CEO, according to news reports. The paper and TV station were not operating.

Authorities backslide on free expression in Kuwait

April 9, 2013 5:53 PM EDT

New York, April 9, 2013–Kuwaiti authorities are undermining freedom of expression with a series of arrests and prosecutions intended to stifle dissent, the Committee to Protect Journalists said today. At least six Kuwaiti journalists are facing legal action in reprisal for their work, according to news reports.