The verdict comes in connection with charges of insulting and defaming a well-known media personality, as well as publishing inappropriate content on the TikTok platform.

The Beginning: Offensive Messages and a Defamatory Video

The case began with an official complaint filed by the media personality, accusing "Karawan Moshakel" of sending obscene messages via WhatsApp and posting a TikTok video containing offensive language that attacked her honor and social reputation. The video quickly went viral, sparking outrage among viewers.

Prosecution: A Clear Violation of Law and Morality

The public prosecution revealed that the defendant had used social media as a weapon for defamation and revenge, blatantly crossing moral and legal boundaries. Forensic examination of his digital devices found conclusive evidence, including messages and videos that violated privacy laws and social values. He was officially charged with defamation and publishing content that contravenes public decency using electronic means.

Court Rejects Defense and Condemns Behavior

During the trial, the defense attempted to invoke “freedom of expression” to justify the defendant’s actions. However, the court firmly rejected these arguments, asserting that the defendant’s conduct did not constitute opinion or criticism, but rather a "complete criminal offense" intended to defame and harm, deserving punishment under the law.

Social Media: Between Fame and Offense

This ruling highlights growing concerns about the “fame at any cost” phenomenon spreading across social media, where individuals often forsake values and decency in a bid to gain followers or jump on trending content — even if it means harming others or promoting vulgar material.

Public Reactions: ‘Dignity Is Not a Joke’

The sentence triggered widespread reactions online. Many saw it as a “strong lesson” for those who use social media to abuse others. One user tweeted:
"What happened to Karawan Moshakel is a message to everyone who thinks fame gives them a license to insult... Dignity is no joke."
Another added:
"Trending does not justify defamation. Mutual respect is a must, especially for those facing daily cyberbullying."

Media Community: We Demand Protection from Smear Campaigns

In a collective statement, several Egyptian media professionals voiced support for the ruling and called for stricter enforcement of the Cybercrime Law to protect public figures from systematic defamation online.

A Firm Message from the Judiciary

Legal experts described the ruling as a victory for digital privacy and a strict enforcement of Article 25 of Egypt’s Cybercrime Law, which criminalizes the publication of content that violates privacy or constitutes online defamation.

Social Warning Against Blind Imitation

Psychologists and sociologists warned of the risks posed by youth idolizing such negative figures, stressing that imitating these actions can lead to legal consequences.
A sociology professor commented:
"The lack of awareness leads some to believe that offensive behavior is a path to fame. Families and schools must take a more active role in instilling respect for privacy and digital responsibility."

Case Summary: The Court Has Spoken

The Egyptian judiciary has sent a clear, unambiguous message: Anyone who breaks the law under the guise of trending or freedom of expression will be held accountable. Social media is not a lawless jungle — it must be governed with respect, and those who misuse it must face the consequences.