In the digital age, state influence extends beyond traditional monitoring. Although full internet blackouts are rare, digital surveillance is a pervasive concern for journalists, with allegations of sophisticated tools being used to monitor communications. Social media regulations, though ostensibly broad, can be selectively enforced to target dissenting voices or critical online content, fostering an environment where caution becomes paramount. This careful balancing act is particularly evident in the dichotomy between state-owned and privately owned media. State-run entities, such as the national news agency Maghreb Arabe Presse (MAP), typically adhere closely to official narratives, disseminating government statements and promoting a state-approved viewpoint. In contrast, privately owned outlets like the popular online portal Hespress, the investigative platform Le Desk, and the magazine TelQuel strive to maintain a degree of independence, yet they are not immune to the pressures and implicit red lines that define the boundaries of acceptable discourse.