Joint security forces stormed Al Arabiya and Al Hadath satellite TV, assaulted journalists, destroyed equipment, stole belongings. Staff of Asharq News and Sky News Arabia were threatened. During Marches of Millions Dec 19, journalists and media professionals in the capital were beaten and detained. Authorities cut off internet services, phone networks, closed bridges and main streets, deployed army forces, RSF, paramilitaries, Central Reserve Police and Gen Intelligence Svc agents. Dabanga