Qatar's General Directorate of Criminal Investigation has announced on Monday that it arrested 313 individuals of various nationalities for filming and circulating unauthorised clips, and publishing misleading information.
The arrest was handled by the Economic and Cyber Crimes Prevention Department as part of ongoing efforts to address the misuse of social media, with the authority taking the necessary legal and administrative measures against those involved.
The Ministry of Interior has also emphasised the importance of avoiding filming and publishing videos or circulating any rumors related to the ongoing developments.
It also advised the community to obtain information from approved official sources.
The ministry also affirmed that the relevant authorities "will not hesitate to take the necessary legal action against anyone found committing such violations".
The Economic and Cyber Crimes Prevention Department at the General Directorate of Criminal Investigation has arrested (313) individuals of various nationalities for filming, circulating, and publishing misleading information.#MOIQatar pic.twitter.com/bJkhtYEhHI
— Ministry of Interior - Qatar (@MOI_QatarEn) March 9, 2026
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