More: freedom of speech
Dushanbe trades a limited amnesty for the closure of its UN case
The UN Human Rights Council has ended its confidential review of the situation in Tajikistan after Emomali Rahmon's government reported unspecified “measures and commitments.”...
From Putin Ally to Critic: Ilya Remeslo Arrested in Russia
The detention of Russian blogger and lawyer Ilya Remeslo marks another significant moment in Russia's tightening restrictions on freedom of expression, illustrating how public...
Advocacy Groups Sue Trump Over ICC Sanctions and Free Speech
Two U.S. advocacy organizations have filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration, arguing that sanctions imposed on the International Criminal Court (ICC) violate...
France and Italy’s proposed antisemitism laws test the limits of free speech
French and Italian lawmakers are set to vote on new laws defining antisemitism due to a rise in anti-Jewish incidents, but critics argue these...
Jimmy Kimmel Returns to TV with Defiant Free Speech Stand
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Jimmy Kimmel returned to late-night television Tuesday, defending political satire as essential free speech and accusing the Trump administration of "bullying" its critics....
Charlie Kirk Assassination Marks A Dark Turning Point In U.S. Political Landscape
Background
Charlie Kirk, 31, co-founder of Turning Point USA and a prominent conservative voice, was fatally shot Sept. 10 during a public event at Utah...
Politicization of PECA Act
The Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act 2016, also known as cybercrime law, was proposed by then Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif in a 20-point National...
Israeli strike on Gaza’s Nasser hospital kills at least 20, including five journalists
Background / ContextThe Gaza war, now in its eleventh month, has left tens of thousands dead and displaced much of the enclave’s population. Israel...
Press Freedom and Democracy in Indonesia: Is the Constitution Still on Their Side?
The Indonesian journalism community has once again been shaken by an act of terror targeting a media office. An unmarked package containing a severed...
Silencing the Truth: The Global Fight to Protect Journalists
Journalists play a vital role in keeping societies informed and holding power to account, yet their safety and freedom are increasingly under attack. From...