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Cambodian journalist Uk Mao was arrested by the police for reporting on deforestation and illegal logging, but was later released on bail.
His reports upset some officials, so he was charged with multiple offenses.
Uk Mao said he only wanted to let people know about the destruction of the forest, but he was mistaken for someone breaking the law.
Many social groups and media organizations support him, believing he is protecting the environment.
Some say these charges are meant to stop him from continuing to report on environmental issues.
Some Cambodian officials say Uk Mao is not a journalist and that what he does is unrelated to journalism.
Human rights organizations believe protecting forests is important for everyone, and journalists' work helps people understand environmental problems.
In recent years, many environmental activists in Cambodia have been arrested, which worries people.