
Iran's Crackdown on Media and Free Speech
Iran has made it a crime to talk to 'hostile' foreign media, with severe penalties, and an attorney has been sentenced to 20 years for 'propaganda against the state' and supporting protesters.
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Iran's Crackdown on Media and Free Speech
First report 1h agoLast update 1h agoIran's parliament has approved a bill criminalizing interviews with 'hostile' foreign media, punishable by imprisonment, fines, and flogging.
An attorney, Bahareh Aghaei, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for 'propaganda against the state,' participation in protests, and supporting victims' families.
Web censorship anomalies are ongoing in Iran, indicating a broader suppression of information and communication.
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