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Freedom of expression is a fundamental right that safeguards individuals’ processes of acquiring, developing, and disseminating ideas, opinions, and information. This right is not merely concerned with individual self-realization; it also encompasses social functions such as the formation of public debate, the functioning of political pluralism, the continuation of scientific and artistic production, and the oversight and accountability facilitated through the media. Freedom of expression is reg

Definition and Technical Implementation Methods Bandwidth throttling is the deliberate reduction of transmission speed for specific internet services or platforms by internet service providers (ISPs) or authorized authorities. This practice aims not to block users’ complete access to certain websites or applications but to slow down their access and make usage more difficult. It is frequently employed during crises or when governments seek to control traffic flows under the pretext of maintainin

Discursive expressions that aim to demean, otherize, and target individuals or groups based on their ethnic origin, religious belief, gender, language, or other identity characteristics are termed hate speech. This discourse, often infiltrating everyday life, is frequently reproduced without being noticed. Hate speech is a form of expression that embodies ideologies of otherization, demonization, and devaluation, typically emerging from power struggles or economic competition but gaining accepta

France’s Operation X and the Debate on Digital Sovereignty On the morning of 3 February, the Central Office for the Fight Against Corruption Financial and Tax Crimes (OCLCIFF), under the French Police, and its cybercrime unit OCLCTIC conducted a coordinated operation at the Paris headquarters of the social media platform X (formerly Twitter). As part of an investigation led by the Paris Public Prosecutor’s Office alleging negligence in combating aggravated cyberharassment, non-consensual pornogr

World Press Freedom Day, observed annually on 3 May, was proclaimed by the United Nations to highlight the vital role of a free and independent press in societies. This special day aims to raise awareness about the need for journalists to carry out their duties without censorship, to ensure access to information, and to protect freedom of expression as a universal right. Definition and Scope of Press Freedom Press freedom refers to the right of media organizations and journalists to freely inves

March 2025 saw the detention of Rümeysa Öztürk in the U.S. state of Massachusetts, an incident that brought international law, migrant rights and academic freedom debates to the forefront. Öztürk, a doctoral student at Tufts University, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The detention triggered widespread public outcry. Academic and Personal Background Rümeysa Öztürk completed her secondary education in Türkiye with top honors and pursued a double major. In 2018, she

World Press Freedom Day, observed annually on 3 May, was proclaimed by the United Nations to emphasize the vital role of a free and independent press in societies. This special day aims to raise awareness about the need for journalists to carry out their duties without censorship, to ensure access to information, and to protect freedom of expression as a universal right. Definition and Scope of Press Freedom Press freedom refers to the right of media organizations and journalists to freely inves

The "right to be forgotten" is a concept that allows individuals to request the removal or deletion of personal data and content about them from digital archives, particularly when such information is no longer relevant, accurate, or is causing harm. It has gained prominence with the advancement of technology and the widespread use of the internet, which has made it easier to collect, process, and disseminate personal information. The core idea behind this right is to enable individuals to shape

The detention and deportation proceedings of Mahmud Halil’, who played an active role in pro-Palestine protests at Columbia University, encompass legal institutional and political developments in the ABD. Video recorded by Halil’s wife Noor Abdalla during his detention, March 8 2025 – The Guardian " youtube-video-element-format="right"> Mahmud Halil’s Identity and Protests at Columbia University Mahmud Halil was born in a Palestinian refugee camp in Syria. His ethnic background is Palestinian

In the United States, a series of administrative actions involving visa cancellations, detentions, and deportation orders targeting foreign national university students who expressed support for Palestine began in March 2025. These measures gained momentum following the signing on 30 January 2025 of a presidential executive order titled “Combating Antisemitism.” Administrative and Legal Basis U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on 27 March 2025 that foreign nationals identified as support