High-Profile TV Presenter Among 12 Sentenced to Death in Major Drug Case
By Editor • September 5, 2026 • 1 min read
In a shocking legal ruling, an Egyptian court has handed down death sentences to television presenter Sarah Khalifa and 11 co-defendants, all found guilty of drug trafficking and manufacturing. The verdict was reported on Saturday by state media, marking a significant development in a wide-reaching narcotics investigation.
Khalifa, 39, gained fame as the host of the show 'Mission Impossible,' which focused on themes of crime and security. Her involvement in this criminal case has drawn significant public attention, highlighting the intersection of media and illicit activities.
According to Al-Ahram, a government-affiliated newspaper, the Cairo court determined that Khalifa and her co-defendants had established an organized criminal enterprise, leading to their severe sentences of hanging.
Source: www.scmp.com
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