AMMAN – The Public Prosecution has initiated an investigation into
individuals who have disseminated false news against the
National Vaccination Campaign. A criminal case has been registered with the Public Prosecution,
relating to the dissemination of false news or information that targets public
security and social peace.
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The complaint summarizes the accused individuals' actions in
sharing recordings on social media platforms and specific applications, all of
which are related to spreading false news against the recently launched
National Vaccination Campaign by the
Ministry of Health, Ammon News reported.
The case remains under investigation by the competent prosecutor.
Upon the enactment of the new law, the Judicial Council promptly
designated a group of judges and public prosecutors across all courts and
public prosecution offices to handle investigations and review cases of
cybercrimes according to their respective jurisdictions. In total, 75 judges
and public prosecutors were appointed for this purpose.
Dr. Feras Al-Hawari, the
Minister of Health, stated that the
government has referred two cases to the Cybercrime Unit due to the dissemination
of false news against the National Vaccination Campaign launched by the
Ministry of Health.
During a press conference addressing the National Vaccination
Campaign, Hawari emphasized that the government is working closely with the
public prosecutors to protect rights and pursue those responsible for spreading
rumors and falsehoods.
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