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Filipino Journalist Convicted Amid Outcry Over Retaliation

1/22/2026

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On January 22, 2026, Frenchie Cumpio, a Filipino journalist, was convicted of terror financing after nearly six years in prison.
She and her former roommate Marielle Domequil received 12–18 years.
They were acquitted on weapons charges.
Rights groups and a UN rapporteur condemned the verdict as a travesty.
Advocates say the charges stem from government retaliation against Cumpio's journalism and over 250 journalists have called for her release.

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Story summary

On January 22, 2026, Frenchie Cumpio, a Filipino journalist, was convicted of terror financing after nearly six years in prison.
She and her former roommate Marielle Domequil received 12–18 years.
They were acquitted on weapons charges.
Rights groups and a UN rapporteur condemned the verdict as a travesty.
Advocates say the charges stem from government retaliation against Cumpio's journalism and over 250 journalists have called for her release.