The First Instance Court of Tunis has rejected a request to dissolve the Al Khatt association, publisher of the investigative media outlet Inkyfada. The decision was rendered on Monday, October 5th, 2026, by the 21st Civil Chamber, as announced by the association on Wednesday, October 7th. Despite the rejection of dissolution, Al Khatt reports that it remains deprived of a portion of its funding. The court ruled on the initial case, indicating further legal proceedings might continue. This outcome represents a temporary reprieve for the organization amidst ongoing concerns about media freedom in Tunisia. The article first appeared on Business News.