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Royal Army Club Denies Fan Arrest Rumors, Warns Against Incitement
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Royal Army Club Denies Fan Arrest Rumors, Warns Against Incitement

From Hespress · () Arabic

Translated from Arabic, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • The Royal Army Club has denied reports claiming the club is responsible for the arrest of its fans.
  • The club stated these claims are baseless and aim to create division and discord among fans.
  • The club warned against spreading false information, emphasizing unity and vigilance ahead of upcoming sports events.

The Royal Army Club has issued a strong denial of social media rumors attributing the arrest of its supporters to the club. In a statement, the club's administration declared these reports "lack any basis in truth." They condemned the circulation of such information, stating it could "cause confusion and sow division and discord" among the club's members and fans.

These news "lack any basis in truth."

โ€” Royal Army Club AdministrationDenying social media claims about fan arrests.

The club emphasized the current need for unity and collective effort, urging supporters to rally around the team in preparation for upcoming sporting challenges. They called on fans and all involved parties to avoid being swayed by information from unknown sources or entities not officially sanctioned. The statement stressed the importance of exercising extreme caution and verification before believing or sharing such content.

to cause confusion and sow division and discord

โ€” Royal Army Club AdministrationDescribing the potential impact of false information.

Furthermore, the Royal Army Club suggested that some of these claims might originate from groups pursuing "purely personal agendas and interests," exploiting the strong fan engagement and deep connection to the club. This, they warned, could undermine team unity and harm the club's interests. The administration cautioned that the danger extends beyond merely spreading falsehoods, potentially inciting unrest and tension among fans, which could lead to violence and hooliganism during or after matches.

purely personal agendas and interests

โ€” Royal Army Club AdministrationSuggesting motives behind the spread of rumors.

The club reiterated its commitment to sportsmanship and urged all members to act responsibly and prioritize the club's best interests. They asserted that freedom of expression does not provide a cover for disseminating false or misleading information that could damage the club's reputation or harm its fans. The statement concluded by warning that legal responsibility may follow the publication or republication of untrue claims that cause harm, incite tension, or lead to public disorder, and that the club will take necessary actions against any behavior that jeopardizes its interests or promotes discord and violence.

will not tolerate

โ€” Royal Army Club AdministrationRegarding behaviors that harm the club's image or incite violence.
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Originally published by Hespress in Arabic. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.