Turkmenistan has landed at the bottom of the list among Central Asian countries in the latest Internet Freedom Index, revealing harsh online restrictions and heavy censorship, reports The Times of Central Asia
Indonesia: Military silences dissent with disinformation campaigns branding activists and journalists ‘foreign agents’ – Amnesty International
Published on :Amnesty International reports Indonesia’s military is silencing dissent by labeling activists and journalists as ‘foreign agents’ through disinformation campaigns, intensifying crackdowns on freedom of expression.
Kaitlan Collins Stands Up for Press Freedom in Saudi Arabia
Published on :CNN’s Kaitlan Collins defends press access in Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the importance of transparent journalism amid growing restrictions. Her remarks highlight ongoing challenges faced by foreign reporters in the kingdom.
Taliban Crackdown Crushes Media Freedom in Afghanistan
Published on :Human Rights Watch reports a sharp decline in media freedom in Afghanistan under Taliban rule. Journalists face harassment, censorship, and violence, threatening independent reporting and free press in the country.
Taliban Enforce New Restrictions on Social Media Content in Afghanistan
Published on :The Taliban have officially announced new restrictions on social media content in Afghanistan, citing security concerns. This move has led to heightened monitoring and censorship of online platforms, significantly affecting freedom of expression throughout the country, BBC reports