Keywords: Freedom of Speech


Rima hassan barred from entering canada, denounces ‘attempted censorship’

French Member of the European Parliament Rima Hassan has claimed she was prevented from entering Canada, describing the situation as an “attempted censorship.” The politician and activist, known for her pro-Palestinian positions, was scheduled to attend two conferences in Montreal......

Germany criticizes US security strategy over claims about Europe

Germany has strongly rejected the latest US National Security Strategy, which accuses European countries of restricting free speech and limiting political opposition. The document, issued by the Trump administration, portrays Europe as facing deep structural challenges, including what it describes as......

Casablanca court sentences activist Saida El Alami to three years in prison

The Court of First Instance in Casablanca has sentenced Moroccan blogger and human rights activist Saida El Alami to three years in prison and fined her MAD 20,000 ($2,000). The verdict, handed down on Tuesday, follows charges of “insulting a legally constituted organization,” “spreading......

Australia rediscovers the protest spirit of the 60s amid backlash to anti-demonstration laws

In a political climate increasingly seen as hostile to dissent, Australians are reclaiming their right to protest. Last Sunday, more than 225,000 demonstrators marched across the Sydney Harbour Bridge, calling for an end to Israel’s offensive in Gaza and rejecting growing government efforts to......

Palestinian-American journalist detained and deported by Switzerland

Washington, DC – Palestinian-American journalist Ali Abunimah has confirmed his release and deportation by Swiss authorities following a three-day detention. Abunimah, known for his role as the executive director of a publication advocating Palestinian rights, suggested in a statement that his......

French Minister Accuses Journalist of 'Glorifying Terrorism' Over Israel Comments

French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau has filed a formal complaint against Franco-Moroccan journalist Zineb El Rhazoui, alleging she glorified terrorism in her recent comments about Israel. The complaint stems from El Rhazoui's controversial statements in an October 4 interview with 'Nouvelle......

Macron Defends Citizenship for Telegram CEO Amid Controversy

French President Emmanuel Macron has staunchly defended the decision to grant fast-track citizenship to Telegram CEO Pavel Durov, despite the latter's legal troubles. Speaking during a news conference in Serbia, Macron asserted that welcoming high-profile individuals who contribute to the nation......

Brazilian Supreme Court May Suspend X Operations in New Legal Dispute

In a significant escalation of an ongoing legal dispute, a Brazilian Supreme Court justice has threatened to shut down the local operations of X, formerly known as Twitter, unless its billionaire owner Elon Musk appoints a legal representative in Brazil within 24 hours. The order from Justice Alexandre......

Yunus Claims That He will Turn the Students' Aspirations for Bangladesh Into Reality

In a surprising development, Muhammad Yunus, the 84-year-old Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has taken the helm of Bangladesh's interim government following the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina amidst months of intense student protests. Yunus, renowned for his pioneering work in microfinance,......