Extortion
Qiyas summary
The author distinguishes between honest journalism and extortion, emphasizing that the latter undermines trust and harms the public interest, calling for strict legislation and ethics.
Excerpt
The press is one of the pillars of modern societies, playing a pivotal role in conveying information, shaping public opinion, enhancing transparency, and holding authorities and institutions accountable. It relies on freedom of expression and the public’s right to information, which has earned it the title of the “Fourth Estate” due to its influence on political, social, and economic life. …
Translated by Qiyas from القبس — Original source
